This bill amends section 121.055 of the Florida Statutes to expand the Senior Management Service Class within the Florida Retirement System. It authorizes the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court to select up to 235 additional nonjudicial managerial or policymaking positions within the judicial branch for compulsory participation in the Senior Management Service Class, effective July 1, 2026. Additionally, the bill mandates that the Executive Director and the General Counsel of the Florida Judicial Qualifications Commission also participate in this class starting on the same date.

The bill retains existing provisions regarding compulsory participation for certain judicial positions, including the State Courts Administrator and Deputy State Courts Administrators, while introducing new requirements for the inclusion of additional positions. The changes aim to enhance the management structure within the judicial branch by ensuring that key managerial roles are part of the Senior Management Service Class, thereby aligning them with the retirement benefits and responsibilities associated with this classification. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
S 640 Filed: 121.055