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RI S2842
RI S2842Commencing on 7/1/2026, allows members, state and municipal employees to retire when they have at least 28 years of active service and their retirement age, when combined with the number of their years of service reaches, the number 85.
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Introduced
03/04/2026
03/04/2026
In Committee
03/04/2026
03/04/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Commencing on July 1, 2026, this act would allow members, state and municipal employees to retire when they have at least twenty-eight (28) years of active service and their retirement age, when combined with the number of their years of service reaches, the number eighty-five (85). This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill, effective July 1, 2026, allows members, state, and municipal employees to retire if they have at least 28 years of active service and their age plus their years of service equals 85. This provision is known as the "Rule of 85" and is a common retirement option that allows for earlier retirement based on a combination of age and service length. The bill also states that it takes effect upon passage.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (5)
Brian Thompson (D)*,
Peter Appollonio (D),
Frank Ciccone (D),
Melissa Murray (D),
David Tikoian (D),
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Finance (on 03/04/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/SenateText26/S2842.pdf |
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