Authorizes Dutchess County to offer a 25-year retirement plan to certain deputy sheriffs who missed the initial application period.

This bill allows Dutchess County to offer a 25-year retirement plan to deputy sheriffs who did not apply in time due to reasons beyond their control. The county must file a resolution with the state comptroller and provide a link to the election form. Dutchess County will bear the costs, including a one-time payment of $174,000 and annual contributions starting at $210,000 from fiscal year 2027.

Authorizes Dutchess County to offer a 25-year retirement plan to certain deputy sheriffs who missed the initial application period.

This bill allows Dutchess County to offer a 25-year retirement plan to deputy sheriffs who did not apply in time due to reasons beyond their control. The county must file a resolution with the state comptroller and provide a link to the election form. Dutchess County will bear the costs, including a one-time payment of $174,000 and annual contributions starting at $210,000 from fiscal year 2027.