The bill amends Section 36-10-36 of the General Laws regarding post-retirement employment for retired state employees. It establishes that retired members may serve as members of any part-time state or municipal board or commission and are entitled to reimbursement for mileage and an hourly wage, if applicable, equal to that of full-time members of the board or commission. However, the total amount received in this capacity shall not exceed ten thousand dollars ($10,000) per year.

The bill also clarifies that retired members can work for municipalities that participate in the municipal employees retirement system for a limited number of days without losing their retirement benefits. It outlines specific conditions under which retired members can serve in various elected or appointed positions, including mayors and town administrators, while retaining their retirement benefits.

Additionally, the bill permits retired members to be employed on a part-time basis in educational roles or as registered nurses without forfeiting their retirement benefits, with specific salary caps for these positions. It allows certain retired judicial officers to serve without compensation while retaining their retirement benefits. The bill emphasizes that no additional service credits will be granted for any post-retirement employment and requires monthly notifications to the retirement board regarding such employment. The act will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
6002: 36-10-36