Bill > LD1791

This bill directs several state agencies to implement the federal Social Security Fairness Act of 2023, which aims to improve social security benefits for certain public employees. Specifically, the Maine Public Employees Retirement System is required to conduct a comprehensive review of its policies, develop proposed statutory changes, adopt emergency rules, create a detailed implementation plan, and ensure affected retirees and public employees are informed of their rights and benefits. The Department of Administrative and Financial Services' Bureau of Revenue Services must review and amend its rules, collaborate with other agencies on benefits coordination and tax implications, and submit proposed statutory changes. The Office of the Governor is tasked with designating a lead department to oversee implementation, establishing a cross-departmental working group to facilitate collaboration, and providing periodic updates to the Legislature. Additionally, all affected departments must submit initial and subsequent reports to legislative committees, with the first report due by January 1, 2026, outlining findings, proposed actions, and recommendations for further legislative support. The bill includes an emergency clause, meaning it takes effect immediately upon approval, reflecting the urgency of implementing the Social Security Fairness Act.

Labor and Employment

https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=1791&snum=132