The proposed bill would amend the current statute regarding the eligibility criteria for members of the Arizona state retirement system who are receiving long-term disability (LTD) program benefits. Specifically, it would change the language to clarify that a member who has received these benefits for a total of twenty-four months is considered unable to perform any work for compensation or gain for which they are reasonably qualified by education, training, or experience.

The bill would remove the existing limitation that this determination must occur within a five-year period, thereby broadening the eligibility criteria for members seeking to qualify for continued LTD benefits. This change aims to provide greater support for members who may be unable to work due to disability, regardless of the time frame in which they received benefits.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 38-797.07