HB4659

Retirement: state employees; naming a special needs trust as beneficiary; allow. Amends sec. 31 of 1943 PA 240 (MCL 38.31).

Introduced·6/17/25
Introduced Text

Michigan HB4659 allows state employees to name a special needs trust as a beneficiary for retirement benefits.

Michigan HB4659 amends the state's retirement system to allow state employees to name a special needs trust as a beneficiary for their retirement benefits. This change ensures that retirement funds can be preserved for individuals with disabilities, providing financial security while complying with legal requirements. The bill specifies that the trust must be established under federal law, ensuring it meets necessary standards for protecting beneficiaries. This provision aims to support individuals with disabilities by maintaining their eligibility for essential benefits and services.

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Calendar

Apr 15

10:30 AM

House Judiciary

History

Apr 15

House

Reported With Recommendation Without Amendment

Apr 15

House

Referred To Second Reading

Jun 18, 2025

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 06/17/2025