Arkansas 2023 Regular Session

Arkansas Senate Bill SB131

Introduced
1/25/23  
Refer
1/25/23  

Caption

To Amend The Law Concerning Return Of Member Contributions Under The Arkansas Local Police And Fire Retirement System.

Impact

The amendments proposed in SB131 are expected to have a significant impact on state laws regarding retirement systems for local law enforcement and firefighting personnel. By clarifying the process for the return of contributions, the bill aims to ensure that members can access their funds more efficiently and transparently. This could lead to improved financial security for local police and fire department members as they transition out of service, potentially influencing how these retirement systems are perceived by current and future members.

Summary

Senate Bill 131 aims to amend existing laws concerning the return of member contributions under the Arkansas Local Police and Fire Retirement System. This bill is specifically intended to modify the processes and stipulations governing how retirement contributions made by members of local police and fire departments can be returned to them, especially in the context of retirement or other separations from service. With this amendment, the legislature is looking to refine the existing framework associated with retirement contributions to enhance clarity and efficiency.

Contention

While the full discussions around SB131 are yet to be fully documented in terms of public debate, potential points of contention may arise regarding the specific details of how contributions are accounted for and returned. Stakeholders might express concerns over the fairness and timeliness of the contributions' return, as well as the administrative overhead associated with the proposed changes. Additionally, any unintended consequences resulting from the amendments on the overall health of the retirement fund could also spark discussions among legislators and interest groups.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

AR HB1073

An Act For The Arkansas Public Employees Retirement System Appropriation For The 2024-2025 Fiscal Year.

AR SB48

An Act For The Arkansas Teacher Retirement System Appropriation For The 2024-2025 Fiscal Year.

AR SR24

Congratulating Roger Allan Norman, Legislative Auditor For Arkansas Legislative Audit, Upon His Retirement And Commending Him For His Contributions To The State Of Arkansas.

AR SR23

To Recognize The Arkansas Committee Of The National Museum Of Women In The Arts For Thirty-five Years Of Creative Contributions To The Citizens Of Arkansas And Continuous Support Of Women Artists In Arkansas.

AR HCR1002

To Recognize The Arkansas Committee Of The National Museum Of Women In The Arts For Thirty-five Years Of Creative Contributions To The Citizens Of Arkansas And Continuous Support Of Women Artists In Arkansas.

AR HR1004

To Recognize The Arkansas Committee Of The National Museum Of Women In The Arts For Thirty-five Years Of Creative Contributions To The Citizens Of Arkansas And Continuous Support Of Women Artists In Arkansas.

AR HR1060

Congratulating Roy Ragland, Chief Of Staff For The House Of Representatives, Upon His Retirement, And Commending Him For His Nineteen Years Of Contributions To The House Of Representatives And To The State Of Arkansas.

AR SB78

To Amend The Arkansas Data Centers Act Of 2023; To Prohibit Foreign-party-controlled Ownership Of A Digital Asset Mining Business; And To Declare An Emergency.

AR SB22

An Act For The University Of Arkansas - System And Various Divisions Appropriation For The 2024-2025 Fiscal Year.

AR SB79

To Amend The Arkansas Data Centers Act Of 2023; To Provide For The Regulation Of Digital Asset Mining Businesses; And To Declare An Emergency.

Similar Bills

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