This bill proposes to amend current statutes regarding the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) to allow active ASRS members who are appointed as temporary personnel by a federal agency to receive credited service for up to 60 months of such service. The bill introduces new language that specifies this inclusion alongside existing provisions for active military service. It also mandates that ASRS employers make both member and employer contributions for the duration of the temporary personnel service, similar to the requirements for active military service.

Additionally, the bill updates the current law by adding the Civilian Reservist Emergency Workforce Act (CREW Act) to the exceptions from the 60-month service cap. It makes conforming changes to ensure that the definitions and requirements for credited service are consistent for both military and temporary personnel service. The bill aims to enhance the benefits for ASRS members who serve in temporary roles during federal emergencies, thereby aligning state retirement benefits with federal protections.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 38-745
House Engrossed Version: 38-745
Chaptered Version: 38-745