Washington SB5114 ensures state retirement benefits are paid until the end of the month of the retiree's death.

Washington SB5114 amends the state's retirement benefit system to ensure that payments continue until the end of the month in which the retiree or beneficiary dies. Currently, the Department of Retirement Systems stops payments on the exact date of death, requiring repayment if the payment has already been made for that month. This bill changes the policy to maintain payments through the end of the month of death, effective January 1, 2026. The change does not apply retroactively, meaning those who have already been subject to repayment before the effective date are not eligible for a refund.

Washington SB5114 ensures state retirement benefits are paid until the end of the month of the retiree's death.

Washington SB5114 amends the state's retirement benefit system to ensure that payments continue until the end of the month in which the retiree or beneficiary dies. Currently, the Department of Retirement Systems stops payments on the exact date of death, requiring repayment if the payment has already been made for that month. This bill changes the policy to maintain payments through the end of the month of death, effective January 1, 2026. The change does not apply retroactively, meaning those who have already been subject to repayment before the effective date are not eligible for a refund.