SB 1304FLORIDA · STATEWIDESession 2026dead

Proposed Changes to Florida 'Special Risk' Retirement Class

Original title: Special Risk Class

March 13, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

The bill changes retirement eligibility requirements for specific legal professionals, potentially allowing them to retire earlier with full benefits compared to standard state employees.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

State attorneys and prosecutors

These employees become eligible for Special Risk Class retirement benefits, allowing for full retirement after 25 years of service.

Administrative support staff in legal offices

The bill explicitly excludes these staff members from the Special Risk Class.

What changed

Last recorded activity March 13, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

This bill would expand the Florida Retirement System's '' to include state attorneys, statewide prosecutors, and special investigators starting July 1, 2026. This designation allows these employees to qualify for full retirement benefits after 25 years of service without penalty.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is newly eligible for the Special Risk Class under this bill?

State attorneys, statewide prosecutors, assistant statewide prosecutors, and special investigators.

What is the primary benefit of being in the Special Risk Class?

Members can qualify for full retirement benefits after 25 years of service without penalty.

Does this bill include administrative staff in legal offices?

No, the bill explicitly excludes administrative support personnel, including those in legal, accounting, purchasing, and personnel roles.

Why It Matters

The bill changes retirement eligibility requirements for specific legal professionals, potentially allowing them to retire earlier with full benefits compared to standard state employees.

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Expansion of Special Risk Status

The bill represents a shift in policy by extending high-risk retirement benefits to legal professionals (prosecutors/investigators) who were previously excluded from the Special Risk Class.

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