The bill amends several sections of the Revised Code to prohibit public employers from paying employee contributions to state retirement systems. Specifically, it inserts language in sections 145.47, 742.31, 3307.27, 3309.47, and 5505.15 stating that contributions required under these sections shall not be paid by an employer on behalf of the employee, but may be treated as employer contributions for tax-deferred income purposes. Additionally, the bill modifies section 4117.08 to clarify that certain subjects, including the payment of contributions by public employers to retirement systems, are not appropriate for collective bargaining agreements entered into after a specified date.

The bill also repeals existing sections 145.47, 742.31, 3307.27, 3309.47, 4117.08, and 5505.15, indicating a comprehensive overhaul of the relevant legal framework governing public employee contributions to retirement systems. The amendments aim to clarify the responsibilities of public employers and employees regarding retirement contributions, ensuring that employees are responsible for their own contributions while allowing for potential tax benefits. The changes will apply to employment contracts with public school employees entered into on or after the effective date of the amendments.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 145.47, 742.31, 3307.27, 3309.47, 4117.08, 5505.15