128th MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 1044 LR 903(02)
An Act To Amend the Laws Governing Eligibility for Disability Retirement Benefits
Fiscal Note for Bill as Amended by Committee Amendment " "
Committee: Appropriations and Financial Affairs
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
             
Fiscal Note
Potential future biennium cost increase - All Funds
Fiscal Detail and Notes
Allowing former employees covered by either the State Employees and Teachers Retirement program or the Participating Local Districts program that are currently not eligible for disability retirement benefits under the Maine Public Employees Retirement System to be eligible if very specific criteria are met may result in increased plan costs in the future as a result of higher disability benefits being paid.  The actual cost can not be determined at this time and will depend on the actual individuals who may become eligible for benefits in the future because of this legislation.