Summary of 2006 Legislation
The following is a summary of 2006 NYSTRS-related legislation that has been signed into
law.
Claiming Credit
for Service Earned in Another NYS
Public Retirement System
Highlights:
- Allows NYSTRS members to obtain credit for service rendered under membership in
another NYS public retirement system subsequent to their NYSTRS membership, even if
membership in the other system has ceased.
Effective Date: June 30, 2006
Increase in Earnings After Retirement
Limit
Highlights:
- Increases the post-retirement earnings limit for New York State public employment
under Section 212 of the Retirement & Social Security Law to $30,000 for calendar
year 2007.
Effective Date: Jan. 1, 2007