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NJ A5787
NJ A5787Requires PFRS enrollment to be retroactive to first date of employment for death benefit eligibility.
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Introduced
11/30/2023
11/30/2023
In Committee
11/30/2023
11/30/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requires PFRS enrollment to be retroactive to first date of employment for death benefit eligibility.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Police and Firemen's Retirement System (PFRS) enrollment to be retroactive to the first date of employment for death benefit eligibility. This means that if an employee in the PFRS dies prior to being officially enrolled, their death will be considered to have occurred during active service, and their surviving spouse, child, or parent will be eligible to receive the death benefits provided under the law. Eligible individuals have up to 12 months following the effective date of the bill to file for these retroactive benefits.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee (on 11/30/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/A5787 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A6000/5787_I1.HTM |
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