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This bill amends the law governing the retirement system for law enforcement officers and firefighters, specifically for "plan 2" members, which covers those who joined the system on or after October 1, 1977. The key provision is that "standby pay," which is compensation received when a member is not actively working but is required by their employer to be ready to report for duty immediately if needed, will now be included as part of their "basic salary." This change impacts how retirement benefits are calculated, as "basic salary" is a component of that calculation. The bill also clarifies that other forms of compensation, such as deferred wages under certain tax codes, will continue to be included in basic salary, while lump sum payments for unused leave or severance pay will continue to be excluded.

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https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=6324&Year=2025&Initiative=false