New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill S848

Introduced
1/9/24  

Caption

Makes local government business administrators eligible for memberships in PERS; provides for transfer of business administrators from participation in Defined Contribution Retirement Program to membership in PERS.

Impact

The passage of S848 would significantly impact how business administrators in New Jersey secure their retirement funding. By facilitating their eligibility for the more robust PERS retirement system, it ensures that these employees are not only able to receive more substantial retirement security but also potentially enhances their career satisfaction and financial planning. This change could lead to increased recruitment and retention of capable administrators in local government, which is vital for effective municipal operations.

Summary

Bill S848 proposes to amend the existing retirement law to include business administrators in local governments as eligible members of the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). For some time, these administrators have been required to participate in the Defined Contribution Retirement Program (DCRP), which limits their ability to accumulate retirement benefits compared to those offered by PERS. This bill aims to rectify that situation by allowing these employees to transition into PERS, which generally provides better benefits for retirement.

Conclusion

Overall, S848 attempts to address the retirement benefits disparity experienced by business administrators in New Jersey. By allowing these individuals to participate in PERS, the bill seeks to create a more equitable retirement framework for public servants. Its potential approval could resonate positively throughout local government structures and might influence similar legislative efforts elsewhere.

Contention

While the bill aims to support local government employees, it may bring about some contention among stakeholders. Critics might argue that transitioning expenses from DCRP to PERS could place additional financial burdens on local governments and may require increased contributions from municipalities. Proponents, however, contend that providing a comprehensive retirement solution enhances the long-term viability of local government positions.

Companion Bills

NJ S2107

Carry Over Makes local government business administrators eligible for memberships in PERS; provides for transfer of business administrators from participation in Defined Contribution Retirement Program to membership in PERS.

Previously Filed As

NJ S2107

Makes local government business administrators eligible for memberships in PERS; provides for transfer of business administrators from participation in Defined Contribution Retirement Program to membership in PERS.

NJ S2013

Makes local government business administrators eligible for membership in PERS; provides for transfer from Defined Contribution Retirement Program to PERS.

NJ S2552

Makes local government business administrators eligible for membership in PERS; provides for transfer from Defined Contribution Retirement Program to PERS.

NJ A4826

Makes local government business administrators eligible for membership in PERS; provides for transfer from Defined Contribution Retirement Program to PERS.

NJ A5589

Makes local government business administrators eligible for membership in PERS; provides for transfer from Defined Contribution Retirement Program to PERS.

NJ S3836

Permits certain PERS members to collect pension while earning salary; makes certain local administrators and prosecutors eligible for PERS membership; permits State employees not covered by collective negotiations to enroll in negotiated health plans.

NJ A5825

Permits certain PERS members to collect pension while earning salary; makes certain local administrators and prosecutors eligible for PERS membership; permits State employees not covered by collective negotiations to enroll in negotiated health plans.

NJ S733

Provides for transfers from General Fund to UI trust fund, reduces employer contributions to UI trust fund, assesses contributions from employers to repay transferred amounts, and provides tax credits to small businesses to offset UI tax increases.

NJ A3683

Provides for transfers from General Fund to UI trust fund, reduces employer contributions to UI trust fund, assesses contributions from employers to repay transferred amounts, and provides tax credits to small businesses to offset UI tax increases.

NJ S3232

Expands "Daniel's Law" to prohibit disclosure of personal information concerning court administrators and deputy court administrators.

Similar Bills

NJ A4826

Makes local government business administrators eligible for membership in PERS; provides for transfer from Defined Contribution Retirement Program to PERS.

NJ A5589

Makes local government business administrators eligible for membership in PERS; provides for transfer from Defined Contribution Retirement Program to PERS.

NJ S2552

Makes local government business administrators eligible for membership in PERS; provides for transfer from Defined Contribution Retirement Program to PERS.

NJ S2013

Makes local government business administrators eligible for membership in PERS; provides for transfer from Defined Contribution Retirement Program to PERS.

NJ S2107

Makes local government business administrators eligible for memberships in PERS; provides for transfer of business administrators from participation in Defined Contribution Retirement Program to membership in PERS.

NJ S1019

Changes eligibility of Administrative Law Judges from DCRP to PERS.

NJ A4687

Changes eligibility of Administrative Law Judges from DCRP to PERS.

NJ A675

Changes eligibility of Administrative Law Judges from DCRP to PERS.