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NJ S3252
Bill
Status
5/16/2024
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Cryan
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AI Summary
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Increases accidental disability pension for Police and Firemen's Retirement System (PFRS) members injured by a weapon from 66% to 100% of final compensation, dropping to 80% when the retiree reaches mandatory retirement age
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Increases accidental death pension for survivors (spouse or children) of PFRS members killed by a weapon from 70% to 75% of final compensation
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Defines "weapon" according to N.J.S. 2C:39-1, which includes firearms, knives, and other dangerous instruments
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Creates "adjusted final compensation" provision that increases pension amounts based on active member salary adjustments until the member would have reached age 65, assuming continuous service
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Applies only to disabilities or deaths caused by weapons occurring on or after the bill's effective date
Legislative Description
Increases PFRS accidental disability and accidental death pension when disability or death is caused by weapon.
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
5/16/2024