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HB891 • 2025

Georgia State Employees' Pension and Savings; increase the benefits payable for service after July 1, 2026

Georgia State Employees' Pension and Savings; increase the benefits payable for service after July 1, 2026

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Sponsor
Williams, Jr., Noel
Last action
2025-04-04
Official status
House Second Readers
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

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HB891: Changes to Georgia State Employee Pension Benefits

This bill increases pension benefits for state employees who work after July 1, 2026, and requires them to pay higher contributions.

What This Bill Does

  • Increases the amount of money paid out as pension benefits for service performed after July 1, 2026
  • Requires state employees to contribute more money toward their own pensions
  • Amends Article 10 of Chapter 2 of Title 47 in Georgia law regarding employee savings plans
  • Sets conditions for when the changes take effect and includes a rule for automatic repeal if needed

Who It Names or Affects

  • State employees who participate in the Georgia State Employees' Pension and Savings Plan

Limits and Unknowns

  • The bill does not state the exact dollar amount or percentage increase for benefits.
  • Details on how much employee contributions will rise are not included in the available source material.

Bill History

  1. 2025-04-04 Georgia General Assembly

    House Second Readers

Official Summary Text

Georgia State Employees' Pension and Savings; increase the benefits payable for service after July 1, 2026