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AR SB85
Bill
Status
4/1/2011
Primary Sponsor
Johnny Key
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AI Summary
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Amends Arkansas Code § 24-7-704(a)(1)(C) to clarify disability retirement requirements under the Arkansas Teacher Retirement System.
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Requires that symptoms of physical or mental incapacitation must occur while the member is employed by a system employer as an active member to qualify for disability retirement benefits.
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Medical committee must find by majority opinion that the member is incapacitated, exhibits symptoms while actively employed, is unable to perform current work duties, the incapacity will likely be permanent, and should be retired.
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Declares an emergency to bring Arkansas Teacher Retirement System statutes into conformance with sound public pension policy.
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Effective date is July 1, 2011 to align with the system's July 1 to June 30 fiscal year.
Legislative Description
To Clarify That The Onset Of A Disability Must Occur While Employed As An Active Member In Order To Qualify For Disability Retirement Under The Arkansas Teacher Retirement System; To Declare An Emergency.
Last Action
Senate Notification that SB85 is now Act 973
4/1/2011