Mississippi HB1016 allows first responders hired after March 1, 2026, to receive retirement benefits after 25 years of service.
Mississippi HB1016 amends the Public Employees' Retirement System to allow first responders hired after March 1, 2026, to qualify for retirement benefits after 25 years of service, regardless of age. This bill also establishes a cost-of-living adjustment tied to the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W) for these first responders. The provisions include adjustments to retirement allowances, creditable service calculations, and benefits for surviving spouses and dependents.
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