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Accidental Death Benefit – Article 14 Benefits
… to one-half (50 percent) of your FAS and is eligible for full escalation. ( Learn more about escalation. ) The benefit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/accidental-death-benefitOut-of-Service Death Benefit – Article 14 Benefits
… one year after leaving public employment, 50 percent of the ordinary death benefit may still be payable. This vested … notify us of your death as soon as possible so we can send the appropriate forms to your beneficiary. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/out-service-death-benefitOrdinary Death Benefit – Article 14 Benefits
… The salary is limited by Section 130 of the Civil Service law. The first $50,000 of this benefit is paid in the form of … are also payable to your beneficiary. Filing Your family or employer should notify us of your death as soon as …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/ordinary-death-benefitAvailable Options – Article 14 Benefits
… or sooner, after retiring), nothing will be paid to any beneficiary. Joint Allowance — Full* This option will provide … lifetime, and is based on your birth date and that of your beneficiary. After your death, your beneficiary will receive the same monthly amount (without …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/available-optionsReceiving Your Benefit and Filing Your Option Election – Article 14 Benefits
… beneficiary after your death. Filing Your Option Election You must file your Option Election form (unless notified otherwise, as in the case of … after your retirement date, whichever is later. If your election is not timely, by law, we must process your …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/receiving-your-benefit-and-filing-your-option-electionSocial Security Adjustment – Article 14 Benefits
… be reduced by one-half (50 percent) of the primary Social Security benefit — regardless of whether you are actually collecting a benefit from Social Security. The primary Social Security benefit is the part of your Social Security benefit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/social-security-adjustmentEscalation – Article 14 Benefits
… or decrease of a benefit, based on the cost-of-living index. Service retirement benefits can be eligible for either … equal to the increase or decrease in the cost-of-living index or 3 percent, whichever is less. However, a benefit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/escalationRetirement at Age 62 With Less Than 20 Years of Service – Article 14 Benefits
… Article 14 information for PFRS Tier 3 members Covers pension disability and death benefits …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/retirement-age-62-less-20-years-serviceEarly Retirement – Article 14 Benefits
… With 20 years of service credit, you can apply for early retirement regardless of your age. The early retirement benefit equals 42 percent of your FAS for 20 years of service credit plus an additional …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/early-retirementNormal Retirement – Article 14 Benefits
… Retiring with 25 years of credited service and a $60,000 FAS Estimated primary Social Security benefit = $12,000 50 percent × $60,000 = $30,000 Total Annual Benefit At Age 62: $12,000 × 50 percent = $6,000 Primary Social Security Benefit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/normal-retirementAdditional Service Credit for Sick Leave (Section 341[j]) – Article 14 Benefits
… Section 341(j) of the Retirement and Social Security Law (RSSL) provides an optional sick leave benefit. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/additional-service-credit-sick-leave-section-341jApplying for Previous or Military Service Credit – Article 14 Benefits
… as early in your career as possible ensures that: If there is a cost, it will be less expensive than if you wait to … will be processed more quickly if your service credit is in order. Records we need to verify your service will be …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/applying-previous-or-military-service-creditLeaves of Absence – Article 14 Benefits
… pay. Since service is usually not credited for any period of time you do not receive a salary, credit is not given for: Leaves of absence without pay; Authorized, unpaid medical leaves of absence; or Unpaid leave under the federal Family and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/leaves-absenceFull- and Part-Time Service Credit – Article 14 Benefits
… Full-Time Employment If you join the Retirement System on the day you begin employment with a participating employer, we … New York State’s annual minimum wage for your full career in public service. “Full-time” is defined by your employer, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/full-and-part-time-service-creditEnding Your Membership – Article 14 Benefits
… as an officer or employee of an employer that participates in the New York State and Local Retirement System; Have less …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/ending-your-membershipWithdrawing Your Contributions and/or Your Membership – Article 14 Benefits
… withdraw, or you have less than five years of service and do not qualify for a retirement benefit, you should file the … you have at least five years of credited service, and you do not withdraw your membership, make sure to apply for a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/withdrawing-your-contributions-andor-your-membershipBecoming Eligible for a Benefit – Article 14 Benefits
… to begin receiving your vested retirement benefit at your early retirement age or when you reach age 55. Your early retirement age is the age at which you would have …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/becoming-eligible-benefitContributing Toward Your Retirement – Article 14 Benefits
… You are required to contribute 3 percent of your gross earnings toward your retirement benefits for 25 years or until retirement, … for any other tax-deferred plan. *IRC Section 414(h) does not apply to PFRS member contributions made prior to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/contributing-toward-your-retirementRetirement System Membership – Article 14 Benefits
… in the New York State and Local Police and Fire Retirement System (PFRS) must become members of the Retirement System. When you become a Retirement System member, you must complete and file a membership …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/retirement-system-membershipStay Informed – Article 14 Benefits
… Your retirement benefits are an important part of a solid financial plan. They can help you and your beneficiaries achieve financial … forms , read informative booklets and brochures , and get tips on preparing for retirement . Attend a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/stay-informed