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HB 1334

TO AMEND THE LAW UNDER TITLE 24, CHAPTER 4, SUBCHAPTER 2 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE REGARDING DELINQUENT EMPLOYER AND EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE ARKANSAS PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM BY A LOCAL GOVERNMENT PARTICIPATING EMPLOYER.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Les Warren

HB 1334 modifies Arkansas law on collecting overdue retirement contributions from local government employers participating in APERS, addressing pension system funding stability. (Bill died in committee.)

Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
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Bill Summary · HB 1334

Legislative bill overview

HB 1334 would modify Arkansas law governing how local government employers handle overdue contributions to the Arkansas Public Employees' Retirement System (APERS). The bill addresses the mechanisms and procedures for collecting delinquent employer and employee retirement contributions from participating local government entities.

Why is this important

Local government pension systems depend on timely contributions from both employers and employees to remain solvent and pay benefits to retirees. When municipalities or counties fall behind on these payments, it creates funding gaps that can affect benefit security for public employees and increase costs for other participating employers. Clarifying collection procedures helps ensure system stability and fairness across all participants.

Potential points of contention

  • Enforcement mechanisms: The bill likely specifies penalties or consequences for delinquent payments, which local governments may view as burdensome or unfair depending on fiscal circumstances
  • Employer flexibility: Local governments facing budget crises may argue for extended payment timelines or hardship provisions, while system administrators want reliable collections
  • Systemic fairness: How delinquent contributions are handled affects whether the burden falls on taxpayers, current employees, or other employers in the system

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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