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IN SB0069

Bill

Status

Engrossed

1/28/2026

Primary Sponsor

Linda Rogers

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases the lump sum death benefit payable to heirs or estate of 1977 fund members from $12,000 to $15,000, with annual adjustments based on consumer price index increases
  • Requires the board to annually publish the total death benefit amount on its website
  • Allows 1977 fund members to extend their Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) retirement date up to 60 months after entering the DROP
  • Effective date is July 1, 2026
  • Passed the Senate unanimously (46-0) and received unanimous support in all committee votes

Legislative Description

1977 pension and disability fund.

Last Action

Recommitted to Committee on Ways and Means pursuant to House Rule 126.3

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Employment, Labor and Pensions1/29/2026
Appropriations1/8/2026
Pensions and Labor12/8/2025

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