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MS HB946

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jonathon McMillan

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allows Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) retirees to work full-time in critical need or shortage positions while receiving their full retirement benefits and full position salary
  • Employers must provide quantifiable evidence to PERS demonstrating a critical staffing need or shortage in their agency, department, institution, or political subdivision before hiring a retiree under this provision
  • Employers must also verify the retiree has the necessary education and experience for the critical need position
  • Retired teachers eligible to return to work under existing teacher-specific provisions (Section 25-11-126) cannot use this new critical shortage pathway
  • Effective date is July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Retirees; may be employed full time in critical need or shortage positions with PERS employer and draw full benefits.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

State Affairs1/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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