Bill > HB1233

This bill amends Mississippi law to allow public school board members who receive an annual salary to join the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), which was previously prohibited. Currently, school board members can choose between receiving a per diem payment of $112 for up to 36 meetings per year or an annual salary that varies based on the size of the school district (ranging from $4,000 to $6,000). The bill removes the existing language that barred these salaried board members from receiving retirement benefits and instead provides them with the option to elect PERS membership by notifying both their school district and the retirement system. The change will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving school board members a new opportunity to participate in the state's retirement system. The bill also maintains existing provisions about board member compensation, expense reimbursement, and requirements related to meeting attendance.

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