This bill amends and reenacts several sections of the Louisiana Revised Statutes related to the Municipal Police Employees' Retirement System. Key changes include the definition of "employee," which now specifies that it does not include certain individuals employed by the Baton Rouge Police Department who are not law enforcement employees. Additionally, the bill introduces provisions for the termination of membership for certain elected officials who are eligible for retirement and enroll in another statewide retirement system. It also establishes new eligibility criteria for retirement benefits, particularly for elected chiefs of police who are subject to term limits.

Furthermore, the bill allows retirees who return to work under specific conditions to maintain their retirement benefits without suspension, provided they make contributions to the retirement system and do not accrue additional service credit. It outlines the process for retirees to irrevocably elect not to receive additional benefits upon reemployment and specifies the conditions under which their contributions can be refunded. Overall, the bill aims to clarify eligibility and benefits for members of the Municipal Police Employees' Retirement System while accommodating the unique circumstances of certain employees and retirees.

Statutes affected:
HB15 Engrossed: 11:2220(A)(2)
HB15 Reengrossed: 11:2220(A)(2)
HB15 Enrolled: 11:2213(11), 11:2220(A)(2)
HB15 Act : 11:2213(11), 11:2220(A)(2)