Concerning membership in the public employees' retirement system for port workers who participate in a federal railroad retirement plan, a union-sponsored defined benefit retirement plan, or another employer-funded private pension plan. (REVISED FOR ENGROSSED: Concerning membership in the public employees' retirement system for port workers who participate in a federal railroad retirement plan.)

Summary

The law clarifies that employees of Washington port districts who participate in the federal railroad retirement system cannot be required to join the state public employees' retirement system for the same work period. It adds a specific exemption to the retirement‑membership rules and confirms the port's authority to contribute to private defined‑benefit plans. The change takes effect for new service on Jan. 1, 2027, with the act becoming effective June 11, 2026.

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