Section 2.35.137. Normal retirement benefit nonforfeitable.

	(a)  For purposes of compliance with the Internal Revenue Code _ 401(a)(7), the normal retirement benefit calculated under AS 39.35.870 is nonforfeitable upon attainment of normal retirement age.  
	(b)  Notwithstanding (a) of this section, a normal retirement benefit is subject to the provisions of AS 39.35,  including AS 39.35.932.  
	(c)  In the event of a full or partial termination of, or a complete discontinuance of employer contributions to the plan, the accrued benefits of the affected members under the plan are 100 percent vested and nonforfeitable to the extent funded and required by federal law.  
	(d)  This section may not be construed as a reduction or limitation of rights previously existing, or as an indication that vested benefits would be forfeitable before the stated age is attained.  
	(e)  In this section, "normal retirement age" means the age set for Medicare eligibility at the time the member retires, with the completion of at least 10 years of service, whichever is later.  

Authorities

39.35.003;39.35.005;39.35.710;39.35.870;39.35.932

Notes

Authority

AS 39.35.003 AS 39.35.005 AS 39.35.710 AS 39.35.870 AS 39.35.932

History

Eff. 1/12/2013, Register 205