This bill amends the regulations governing the Police and Firemen's Retirement System (PFRS) in New Jersey by removing the Board of Trustees' authority to withhold retirement or death benefits from members based solely on ongoing civil litigation related to their employment. Previously, the board could suspend benefits if a member was involved in civil litigation, but this bill eliminates that provision, allowing members to receive their entitled benefits regardless of such litigation.

However, the bill maintains the board's authority to withhold benefits in cases where a member faces criminal charges or has been dismissed from public employment due to administrative charges. Additionally, the board retains the ability to adjust benefits based on the outcomes of any legal proceedings involving the member. This change aims to provide greater financial security to PFRS members during civil litigation while still allowing for adjustments based on more serious legal issues.