Utah 2024 Regular Session

Utah House Bill HB0252

Introduced
1/16/24  
Refer
2/7/24  
Report Pass
2/26/24  

Caption

State Employee Leave Amendments

Impact

The introduction of HB 0252 modifies existing state laws concerning employee retirement benefits, particularly those related to sick leave. It amends statutes that govern how sick leave can be converted into retirement benefits, ensuring that such conversion is achievable under the current federal regulations. The bill signifies a significant change in how unused sick leave is viewed in the context of employee retirement planning, enhancing the fiscal value of sick leave for employees who accumulate it over their years of service.

Summary

House Bill 0252, titled the 'State Employee Leave Amendments', establishes the Unused Sick Leave Retirement Option Program III for state employees. This bill allows retiring state employees to receive retirement benefits for unused sick leave accrued from January 4, 2014, onwards. The benefits include a contribution to the employee's 401(k) plan or health savings account based on the employee's pay rate at retirement. This amendment is intended to streamline the process of converting sick leave into tangible retirement benefits, enhancing the economic well-being of state employees in their retirement years.

Contention

While the bill has many proponents who view it as a positive reform for state employees, there are points of contention surrounding the funding and administrative aspects of implementing these changes. Some lawmakers express concerns about the possible financial impact on state budgets resulting from increased contributions to retirement accounts. Furthermore, discussions in legislative sessions reflect broader debates regarding the sustainability of post-retirement benefits and whether the state is adequately preparing for the long-term implications of such programs.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

UT SB0022

State Employee Benefits Amendments

UT HB0466

Office of the Attorney General Employment Amendments

UT HB0412

State Employment Revisions

UT HB0125

Postretirement Reemployment Amendments

UT SB0272

Funds Amendments

UT HB0491

Amendments Related to the Great Salt Lake

UT SB0089

Utah Retirement Amendments

UT SB0187

State Fair Park Amendments

UT HB0105

Public Employee Disability Benefits Amendments

UT SB0120

Property and Contraband Amendments

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