This bill amends the Minnesota State Retirement System's correctional employees retirement plan by implementing recommendations from the MSRS correctional plan eligibility work group. Key changes include modifying eligibility requirements, updating eligible employment positions, and introducing new definitions relevant to the correctional plan. The bill establishes procedures for adding or removing plan coverage, grants a right to appeal, and makes conforming changes to existing statutes. Notably, it repeals several subdivisions of section 352.91 that are no longer applicable, streamlining the criteria for retirement plan coverage. Specific amendments include the addition of a new subdivision in section 352.01 defining the "executive director" and updates to section 352.029 regarding employee and employer contributions.

Additionally, the bill creates a correctional plan membership committee responsible for reviewing requests related to employment position changes and coverage determinations. It mandates communication of any changes in employment titles or coverage to affected employees and allows for appeals against committee decisions. The bill also introduces a new section, 352.908, to address the correction of plan coverage errors, ensuring employees are covered under the correct retirement plan based on their employment status. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the retirement benefits framework for correctional employees while ensuring clarity and compliance with updated definitions and eligibility criteria, with an effective date set for January 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 352.91, 352.01, 352.029, 352.03, 352.90, 352.93, 352.955