The bill amends the definition of "peace officer" to include retired members who are employed by the state and possess peace officer powers, allowing them to return to work under specific conditions. The new legal language specifies that a "peace officer" can be either a certified law enforcement officer appointed by the attorney general or district attorney, or an employee of the state with responsibilities for maintaining public order or making arrests. This expansion aims to facilitate the reemployment of retired peace officers in various capacities while ensuring they retain their pension benefits during their subsequent employment.

Additionally, the bill outlines the conditions under which retired members can be reemployed, including a minimum 90-day break from their previous employment, the types of positions they can hold, and the stipulation that they will not accrue service credit during this period. It also mandates that contributions be made by both the retired member and the employer during their reemployment, while ensuring that the retired member's pension continues to be paid. The bill emphasizes the importance of tracking employment details and prioritizing the layoff of reemployed retired members in case of budgetary restrictions.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 10-11-8