The bill amends Section 36-27-8.2 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to allow certain retired law enforcement officers and firemedics to return to work without suspending their retirement allowances. Specifically, it permits individuals retired from the Employees' Retirement System or the Teachers' Retirement System, who have the necessary certifications, to work as school resource officers, correctional officers, or firemedics, provided their annual compensation does not exceed $52,000. The bill also establishes a time limit for participation, stating that individuals may not be employed under this provision after December 31, 2030, and includes a retroactive application to January 1, 2023.

Additionally, the bill modifies existing language by removing the previous annual earning limit of $30,000 and the automatic adjustment based on the Consumer Price Index, replacing it with a fixed cap of $52,000 for the specified roles. It also clarifies the responsibilities of the employing authority and the retirees regarding compliance and notification of post-retirement employment. The act is set to take effect on June 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 36-27-8
Engrossed: 36-27-8