Connecticut House Bill HB05136

Connecticut 2020 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/13/20
• Refer: 2/13/20
• Report Pass: 2/28/20

Caption

An Act Concerning The Continuation Of Retirement Allowances For Certain Retirees Upon Subsequent Employment By A Board Of Education.

Impact

The enactment of HB 05136 would modify the existing laws regarding how retirees can engage in post-retirement employment without losing their entitlement to retirement benefits. Under this bill, retired individuals employed by educational boards in public safety roles will continue to receive their retirement allowances. However, they will not accrue additional credit toward a municipal pension system during their period of reemployment, which is designed to protect the integrity of the retirement fund.

Summary

House Bill 05136 seeks to address the continuation of retirement allowances for certain retirees who accept subsequent employment with local or regional boards of education. Specifically, it allows retired public safety personnel, such as police and fire department members, to receive their retirement allowances while working in a public safety capacity at these educational institutions. This provision aims to acknowledge the importance of experienced personnel within school environments, particularly in ensuring safety and security.

Contention

Debate surrounding HB 05136 may stem from concerns over the potential fiscal implications for municipal retirement systems, as allowing retirees to receive both retirement allowances and post-retirement salaries could impact fund stability. Additionally, there are considerations regarding equity for other retired personnel who might not have the same employment opportunities as public safety officers, raising questions about fairness and the treatment of different professions within the municipal retirement framework.