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House narrowly approves limited defined‑contribution option for targeted state employees
Summary
House Bill 202 passed after extended debate; the bill allows a small, targeted set of state employees limited access to defined‑contribution plans as a recruitment tool, while opponents warned of long‑term risks to the retirement system.
The Utah House passed House Bill 202 on employee benefit amendments after an extended floor debate that highlighted recruitment needs and concerns about long‑term effects on the state retirement system.
Representative John Dougal, the sponsor, said the measure responds to requests from the executive branch and local governments to provide a narrowly targeted defined‑contribution (DC) option for certain employees, including…
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