Bill > S02028

This bill modifies eligibility for ordinary disability benefits and re-employment for Tier III members of the New York City Police Pension Fund. Specifically, it removes the requirement for these members to have at least five years of credited service and to be eligible for primary Social Security disability benefits (SSDI) to receive ordinary disability retirement (ODR) benefits; instead, their eligibility will be determined by a medical examination by the Police Medical Board. The bill also clarifies that certain provisions regarding the cessation of disability benefits upon becoming ineligible for Social Security benefits do not apply to these police members, who will instead be governed by a specific section of the administrative code. This change is intended to take effect immediately and be retroactive to July 1, 2009, and is projected to increase employer contributions to the pension fund.

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2028