This bill amends Section 59-1356 of the Idaho Code, which pertains to the reemployment of retired members within the public employee retirement system. The key changes include the removal of a sunset provision that previously set a deadline for certain reemployment benefits to expire on June 30, 2026. Additionally, the bill revises the date for a specific provision regarding retired members who retired prior to January 1, 2022, changing it to January 1, 2026. This allows retired members who meet certain criteria to continue receiving benefits without accruing additional service while being reemployed.

The bill also clarifies the responsibilities of employers in reporting the employment of retired members to ensure that benefit payments are appropriately suspended. It establishes that retired members can serve as bona fide volunteers without being considered reemployed, provided they meet specific criteria. The bill declares an emergency, making it effective immediately on July 1, 2026, to ensure that these changes are implemented without delay.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 59-1356