House Bill No. [insert bill number] amends the District Attorneys' Retirement System (DARS) regulations regarding the board of trustees. The bill introduces new provisions for the election of trustees, specifying that the board must adopt rules to administer these elections. It establishes the expiration dates for the terms of various trustees, with terms set to expire on August 14 in the years 2027, 2029, 2030, and 2031, followed by a five-year term for their successors.

Additionally, the bill outlines procedures for filling vacancies on the board. If a vacancy occurs in an elected trustee's position and the unexpired term is less than two years, the board is required to appoint a replacement within 90 days. The bill also maintains the current compensation structure for trustees, allowing them to receive a per diem for attending meetings, contingent upon available funds. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the governance and operational efficiency of the DARS board.

Statutes affected:
HB18 Original: 11:1651(C)