This bill amends the regulations governing the Police and Firemen's Retirement System (PFRS) in New Jersey, specifically regarding the conditions under which retirement or death benefits can be withheld. It stipulates that the Board of Trustees shall not suspend these benefits due to ongoing civil litigation involving the member, with the exception of cases where the member is contesting a final decision made by the board regarding the denial or adjustment of their benefits. This change removes the previous limitation that allowed benefits to be held in abeyance based on any civil litigation related to the member's employment.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the board retains the authority to suspend benefits if a member faces criminal charges or is dismissed from public employment due to administrative reasons. Furthermore, it grants the board the power to adjust a member's retirement or death benefits based on the outcomes of any legal proceedings in which the member was involved. This legislation aims to provide greater security for members of the PFRS by ensuring that their benefits are not unduly delayed due to civil litigation.