An Act To Remove Certain Cost-Of-Living Adjustment Restrictions For Retired Members Of The Law Enforcement Bargaining Unit Who Are 65 Years Of Age Or Older

This bill removes a cap on cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) for retired law enforcement officers aged 65 or older. It applies to specific roles like game wardens, marine patrol officers, correctional detectives, state fire marshals, and other listed positions within Maine state agencies. Currently, COLA only applies to retirement benefits up to $24,186.25; this bill expands it to cover the retiree’s entire benefit amount. The change affects retirees in the 13 designated law enforcement and public safety roles who qualify for service retirement.