Alabama Bill Lets Retirees Back to Work

0:00From the streets of Birmingham to the world, this is Birmingham News Today. Alabama lawmakers just passed the bill to tackle shortages in school bus drivers and public safety jobs. It led certain public retirees returned to work without giving up their retirement benefits. The measure heads to Governor Kay Ivey's desk for final approval. This targets folks already retired from state retirement systems. They could fill roles in school transportation, law enforcement and other safety positions. There's a pay cap to keep things in check. These shortages have hit hard across the state, leaving schools short on drivers and agencies understaffed. The bill aims to bring back experience workers quickly to ease the strain on communities. It includes strict limits on earnings to protect the retirement system. The program would run through December 31, 2032, giving a long-term fix. Now all eyes are on the governor to sign it into law. If approved, it could make a real difference in keeping kids safe and street secure.

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