Authorizes Lois J. Reid to reapply for ordinary disability retirement benefits.
Impact
The enactment of Bill S03513 will result in financial implications for the state, as all associated costs will be borne by New York State. The estimated past service cost is approximately $127,000, which will be required as a one-time payment. This financial burden highlights the state's commitment to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are not deprived of their rightful benefits due to procedural oversights or inconsistencies in the application of law.
Summary
Bill S03513, introduced by Senator Gallivan, authorizes Lois J. Reid to reapply for ordinary disability retirement benefits from the New York State and Local Employees' Retirement System. Lois J. Reid was diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome in 1990, which is associated with mitochondrial disease. Despite being classified as totally and permanently disabled by both the New York State Department of Social Services and the United States Social Security Administration, she was previously denied these benefits. This bill allows her a second opportunity to apply for disability retirement benefits covering the period from June 19, 1992, to March 1, 2003.
Contention
There may be discussions surrounding the bill concerning the criteria for disability retirement benefits. While this bill specifically addresses the situation of Lois J. Reid, it also raises broader questions about fairness and accessibility in the disability retirement system in New York. Advocates for personnel with disabilities may argue for more inclusive policies, while fiscal conservatives could express concern regarding the costs associated with expanding these benefits or the potential precedent set by this bill.
Modifies eligibility for ordinary disability benefits and re-employment of disability retirees of the New York city police pension fund Tier III plans.
Modifies eligibility for ordinary disability benefits and re-employment of disability retirees of the New York city police pension fund Tier III plans.
Authorizes Marie Glarakis, a former Suffolk county police officer who is receiving a performance of duty disability retirement, to change the designated beneficiary of her retirement benefits and her retirement option to single life allowance (Option 0).
Authorizes Marie Glarakis, a former Suffolk county police officer who is receiving a performance of duty disability retirement, to change the designated beneficiary of her retirement benefits and her retirement option to single life allowance (Option 0).