House Bill No. by Representative Riser amends the provisions of the Teachers' Retirement System of Louisiana (TRSL) to allow retirees who retired after June 30, 2020, to return to work in critical shortage positions without facing a suspension or reduction of their retirement benefits. The bill modifies existing law by inserting language that permits reemployment for both retirees who retired on or before June 30, 2020, and those who return to work in critical shortage positions. It also clarifies that retirees who retired after this date can work in these positions without the previously required restrictions.

Additionally, the bill outlines that any costs associated with these changes will be funded through increased employer contributions, ensuring compliance with the state constitution. The amendments aim to address the critical shortage of certified teachers by providing more flexibility for retirees to re-enter the workforce while maintaining their retirement benefits.

Statutes affected:
HB35 Original: 11:710(H), 11:1(A)