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Committee releases A5049 to remove certain limitations on PFRS retirement and death benefits
Summary
A5049, a bill that removes specified limitations on receipt of retirement or death benefits under the Police and Firemen’s Retirement System (PFRS), was released by the committee after members voted in favor; several public safety organizations submitted slips supporting the bill.
The committee voted to release A5049, which removes certain limitations on the receipt of retirement or death benefits under the Police and Firemen’s Retirement System (PFRS). The bill drew written support from law enforcement and fire service stakeholders.
Why it matters: A5049 addresses eligibility and benefit calculation concerns for PFRS members and beneficiaries; interest groups including the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police and the New Jersey Firemen’s Association submitted slips in support.
Committee action and votes: The committee recorded affirmative votes from members including Assemblywoman Swift, Assemblyman Simonson, Assemblywoman Drulis, Assemblywoman McCoy, Assemblyman Schall, Vice Chair Sween and Chairman Karabenchak; the clerk announced “The bill is released.”
Public input: The clerk read slips into the record from Michael Turner representing the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police and Matt McDermott from the New Jersey Firemen’s Association; both organizations indicated support and no need to testify in person.
Next steps: With the committee release, A5049 will proceed to the next step of the legislative process for further consideration.
Ending: The committee proceeded to the final agenda item, which was taken up for discussion only.
