S.2247

Expands the positions that a person in the state retirement system could have at a state college or university post-retirement.

Introduced·1/23/26
Introduced Text

Expands post-retirement employment options for retired state employees at state colleges and universities.

This bill expands the post-retirement positions that retired members of the state retirement system can hold at state colleges or universities. It allows retired members to serve in various roles, including as elected officials, school committee members, or part-time faculty, without losing their retirement benefits. Notably, it maintains the cap on part-time earnings for certain roles, such as teachers and nurses, while allowing for expanded employment opportunities. The bill takes effect upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
Finance Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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6
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Finance: Be held for further study

8 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Absent

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Calendar

May 14

12:00 AM

Senate Finance Hearing

History

May 14

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

May 8

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/14/2026)

Jan 23

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Finance