The bill S. 127 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by including the Catawba Nation within the definition of "Employer" in the South Carolina Police Officers Retirement System. Specifically, it modifies Section 9-11-10 to add the Catawba Nation as an eligible employer upon its admission to the system. Additionally, the bill introduces a new section, 9-11-43, which outlines the process for the Catawba Nation to apply for admission to the retirement system, including compliance with existing requirements and regulations.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that employees of the Catawba Nation can only become members of the system if their work is primarily dedicated to governmental service as police officers. It also establishes that the Catawba Nation must adhere to all relevant state laws and regulations related to the retirement system, with any disputes arising from its participation being resolved in state courts, while still maintaining its sovereign immunity concerning unrelated state law matters. The act will take effect upon the Governor's approval.

Statutes affected:
12/11/2024: 9-11-10, 9-11-43
12/11/2024-A: 9-11-10, 9-11-43
Latest Version: 9-11-10, 9-11-43