HB09087: AN ACT GRANTING SURVIVORSHIP BENEFITS TO THE SURVIVING LEGITIMATE SPOUSE AND DEPENDENT CHILDREN OF A DECEASED RETIRED MEMBER OF THE NATIONAL PROSECUTION SERVICE AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
This bill grants survivorship benefits to the surviving legitimate spouse and dependent children of a deceased retired member of the National Prosecution Service (NPS), or a member eligible for optional retirement at the time of death. This directly impacts the families of prosecutors, ensuring they continue to receive the retirement benefits the deceased was entitled to. "Dependent" is defined to include legitimate, illegitimate, or legally adopted children under 21 years old (or regardless of age if incapacitated for self-support), and in the absence of a spouse or dependent children, the parents of the deceased will receive the benefits.
A significant aspect of this bill is its retroactive application, as it also extends these benefits to the surviving spouse, dependent children, or parents of NPS members who died one year prior to its effectivity. This provides crucial financial support and recognition to the families of those who have served in the National Prosecution Service, acknowledging their contributions and mitigating the financial impact of their loss.