This bill revises the working retiree provisions under the Teachers' Retirement System in Montana, specifically amending Section 19-20-734 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA). It allows retired teachers to not only work as substitute teachers but also to mentor newly hired teachers during their break-in-service period. The bill stipulates that retired members may be employed in these capacities for no more than 45 days during the break-in-service period, which is defined as 150 calendar days following their date of termination. Additionally, the bill clarifies the consequences for retired members who violate these employment restrictions.

The bill also amends the termination dates for certain provisions, changing the termination date from June 30, 2027, to June 30, 2029, and establishes an effective date of July 1, 2025. This extension allows for continued support and flexibility for retired teachers who wish to contribute to the education system while managing their retirement benefits. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the role of retired educators in mentoring new teachers while ensuring compliance with retirement system regulations.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 19-20-734
HB0359_1(1): 19-20-734
HB0359_1(2): 19-20-734
HB0359_1(3): 19-20-734
HB0359_1(4): 19-20-734
HB0359_1(5): 19-20-734
HB0359_1: 19-20-734
HB0359_X(1): 19-20-734
HB0359_X(2): 19-20-734
HB0359_X(3): 19-20-734
HB0359_X(4): 19-20-734
HB0359_X(5): 19-20-734
HB0359_X: 19-20-734