MI SB1053

Allows state retirants receiving retirement allowances to forfeit those payments during re-employment by the state, with payments resuming without recalculation after employment ends, for those hired after October 2, 2007.

Exempts retirants continuously employed by the state since October 1, 2007 in the same position from the forfeiture requirement.

Requires health benefit plans covering retirants to include coordination of benefits provisions that prioritize Medicare benefits and comply with the Coordination of Benefits Act (MCL 550.251 to 550.255).

Creates exemptions allowing retirants to retain retirement benefits while re-employed as healthcare providers for the Department of Corrections on limited-term, per diem positions, with required advance notification to state budget and management offices.

Permits appointment of retired assistant attorneys general, former executive branch employees, and former legislative employees to state positions without forfeiture if their specialized expertise is necessary and the appointment is cost-effective, as determined by the Attorney General, State Budget Director, or appropriate legislative leader.