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NY S06458

Bill

Status

Engrossed

6/18/2014

Primary Sponsor

John Bonacic

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Origin

Senate

2013-2014 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Allows James O'Connell, a former principal at Port Jervis City School District, to apply for disability retirement benefits from the New York State Teachers' Retirement System despite missing the standard deadline
  • Deems O'Connell's application submitted within 30 days of his employment cessation on August 31, 2008, even though he applied on September 14, 2009 (after the 12-month deadline)
  • Application retroactively accepted on grounds that the delay was not caused by O'Connell's own negligence
  • New York State Teachers' Retirement System bears all costs associated with implementing the act, estimated at $270,000
  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Authorizes the New York state teachers' retirement system to accept an application for disability retirement benefits from James O'Connell.

Last Action

referred to governmental employees

6/18/2014

Committee Referrals

Rules6/18/2014
Civil Service and Pensions1/27/2014

Full Bill Text

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