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Administration says police and fire support HB 78 pension changes; committee to track
Summary
The committee heard the mayor's office report that House Bill 78, a pension-related bill sponsored by Representative Kopp, is being tracked closely; the administration said the police and fire departments are engaged and the fire chief planned to testify.
Mayor's office staff told the Assembly Legislative Committee on Feb. 13 that House Bill 78, a pension bill sponsored by Representative Kopp, is progressing in House Finance and is of particular interest to public safety departments.
Mr. Flood said police and fire leaders are following the bill closely. He reported the fire chief planned to testify and the police chief had already testified in support. The administration said the measure has strong support from the mayor's office and that staff had prepared to provide testimony when hearings occurred.
Why it matters: Pension changes affecting police and fire can have significant budgetary and labor implications for the municipality. Committee members said they would continue to monitor HB 78 and participate where appropriate.
Next steps: The committee will continue to track HB 78 through House Finance; the administration will inform members about hearing schedules and testimony plans.
