The New York State Budget enacted in April 2025 resulted in two new sections of the Retirement and Social Security Law (RSSL), which created new retirement plans in the Police and Fire Retirement System (PFRS):
Section 383-e of the RSSL provides a new 20-year plan, which is optional for Tier 5 members and Tier 6 members who joined before July 1, 2025.
Section 383-f of the RSSL provides a new 25-year plan, which is optional for Tier 2 and 3 members.
IMPORTANT: Electing coverage under Section 383-e or 383-f is irrevocable and may not be beneficial for every member. Before submitting a plan election form, it’s important to speak with a NYSLRS representative to ensure changing your retirement plan to one of these new plans is beneficial to you. Call 866-805-0990 (press 2, then follow the prompts).
Rev. 10/25