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MD SB810

MD SB810
Board of Trustees for the State Retirement and Pension System - Investment Division - Compensation and Staffing


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Introduced
02/03/2025
In Committee
04/04/2025
Crossed Over
03/17/2025
Passed
04/07/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/20/2025

Introduced Session

2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Clarifying that the Board of Trustees for the State Retirement and Pension System shall pay certain incentive compensation to the Chief Investment Officer for the State Retirement and Pension System if the Chief Investment Officer retires from the Investment Division of the State Retirement Agency in a certain manner; clarifying that the Board of Trustees shall pay certain incentive compensation to certain employees of the Investment Division if the employees retire from the Investment Division in a certain manner; etc.

AI Summary

This bill clarifies and modifies the compensation and staffing procedures for the State Retirement and Pension System's Investment Division, with a focus on the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) and other division employees. The bill establishes a new Compensation and Staffing Committee to assist in recommending qualifications, compensation, and leave for the CIO, and introduces more detailed provisions for financial incentives. Key changes include allowing the Board of Trustees to award financial incentives to the CIO that can be paid over multiple fiscal years in equal installments, with specific rules about payment if the CIO separates from employment. The bill also modifies the composition of the Compensation and Staffing Committee, removing some legislative members and adding flexibility in appointments. Additionally, the bill creates more stringent guidelines for setting compensation, including objective performance benchmarks and limitations on increases during state employee furlough periods. The legislation aims to provide more transparent and structured approach to compensating investment professionals while maintaining accountability and performance standards. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Other Sponsors (1)

Pensions

Last Action

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 772 (on 05/20/2025)

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