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Washington House Bill HB2316

Washington 2023-2024 Regular Session

Washington House Bill HB2316

Introduced
1/11/24  
Refer
1/11/24  
Report Pass
1/31/24  
Refer
2/2/24  
Engrossed
2/9/24  
Refer
2/13/24  

Caption

Concerning membership in the public employees' retirement system for certain part-time bus drivers employed full-time by the federal government.

Impact

If enacted, HB2316 would amend the existing laws surrounding the public employees' retirement system to include part-time bus drivers employed by federal agencies as qualifying members. This amendment seeks to close a legislative gap that previously excluded a subset of employees from the benefits of the retirement system, thereby aligning the retirement provisions with contemporary employment practices and the realities of the workforce. The bill underlines the importance of equitable treatment of all employees in similar roles regardless of their employer's classification.

Summary

House Bill 2316 addresses the membership criteria in the public employees' retirement system specifically for certain part-time bus drivers who are employed full-time by the federal government. The bill aims to clarify the eligibility of these employees to participate in the retirement system, potentially extending benefits that may have been previously inaccessible to them due to their employment status. This change is anticipated to enhance the retirement security for part-time bus drivers, thereby recognizing their contributions to public transportation services.

Contention

Discussions around HB2316 may revolve around the implications of expanding retirement benefits to federal employees, which could invoke broader considerations about the financial sustainability of the public employees' retirement system. Some stakeholders might express concerns regarding the fiscal impact of adding more members to the retirement rolls without corresponding funding or adjustments in contribution rates. While supporters advocate for fairness and the recognition of these employees’ service, opponents might focus on the systemic implications and the need for robust funding mechanisms to support an expanded system.

Companion Bills

WA SB5881

Crossfiled Concerning membership in the public employees' retirement system for certain part-time bus drivers employed full-time by the federal government.

Previously Filed As

WA SB5881

Concerning membership in the public employees' retirement system for certain part-time bus drivers employed full-time by the federal government.

WA HB1055

Concerning public safety employees' retirement plan membership for public safety telecommunicators.

WA SB5328

Concerning public safety employees' retirement plan membership for public safety telecommunicators.

WA HB1481

Permitting general authority peace officers certificated by the criminal justice training commission and employed on a full-time basis by the government of a federally recognized tribe to participate in the law enforcement officers' and firefighters' retirement system plan 2.

WA LR408

Interim study to examine the Nebraska Public Employees Retirement Systems administered by the Public Employees Retirement Board

WA LR96

Interim study to examine the Nebraska Public Employees Retirement Systems administered by the Public Employees Retirement Board

WA LB1365

Change provisions relating to retirement, the Public Employees Retirement Board, the Nebraska Public Employees Retirement Systems, and the State Personnel System

WA HB2042

Providing hiring preferences for state employment to certain federal employees.

WA SB5767

Providing hiring preferences for state employment to certain federal employees.

WA HB1294

Concerning cost-of-living adjustments for plan 1 retirees of the teachers' retirement system and public employees' retirement system.

Similar Bills

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