The bill amends Section 36-10.1-2 of the Rhode Island Public Employee Pension Revocation and Reduction Act to clarify the definitions related to crimes committed by public officials or employees. It specifies that crimes related to public office or employment include bribery in connection with the employment of a public officer or employee, and any felony committed with the intent to defraud the public or the agency employing the individual. Additionally, it introduces a new provision that includes any felony committed on or after July 1, 2026, under chapter 37 of title 11, as a crime that could lead to pension revocation or reduction.

The act authorizes the state retirement board to revoke or reduce an individual's pension benefit if that individual is convicted or pleads guilty or no contest to a felony sex crime related to their public office or public employment. The act is set to take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
7656: 36-10.1-2