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Bill would let police in first‑class Nebraska cities take partial retirement payments
Summary
Senator Margo Juarez introduced LB7 43 to allow police officers in Nebraska cities of the first class to choose partial payments in addition to annuity and lump-sum options, aligning police benefits with changes made for firefighters; supporters offered testimony and one letter of support was filed.
Senator Margo Juarez opened the committee hearing on LB7 43, describing the bill as a modernization of the Police Officers Retirement Act for cities of the first class that would permit police officers to elect partial payments in addition to existing annuity and lump‑sum options.
"LB7 43 builds on this discussion and promotes fairness and consistency across public safety retirement systems," Juarez said, noting the proposal does not increase benefit levels or impose new funding duties on cities but expands optional payment forms to give officers greater control over distributions.
A registered lobbyist, Sean Kelly, testified in support and emphasized that the bill provides more flexibility to officers and retirees. The League of Municipalities submitted a letter of support that the senator highlighted for the record.
Committee staff reported one written letter in support and no opposition or neutral submissions. The committee closed the LB7 43 hearing; no formal vote took place during the session.
