SENATE BILL 10 PASSES HOUSE, STRENGTHENING CERS BENEFITS FOR RETIREES
FRANKFORT, KY (March 13, 2025)—Senate Bill 10 (SB 10) sponsored by Sen. Robby Mills, R-Henderson, has successfully passed out of the House in a significant victory for Kentucky’s public servants. The legislation is a critical measure to enhance health benefits for County Employees Retirement System (CERS) retirees and provide improved financial support while maintaining the long-term sustainability of the CERS.
“This bill is about making sure Kentucky’s public servants, those who dedicate their careers to serving our communities, receive the benefits they have rightfully earned,” said Mills. “By strengthening these health subsidies, we are not only improving the lives of our retirees but also ensuring that local governments can continue to attract and retain top talent.”
At its core, SB 10 increases health insurance subsidies for CERS retirees under 65 who meet the career service threshold and began participating on or after July 1, 2003. The monthly subsidy will now rise to $40 per year of service for non-hazardous retirees and $50 per year for hazardous retirees.
The passage of SB 10 reflects the unwavering commitment of the Majority Caucus to supporting those who serve the commonwealth and ensuring they receive the benefits and respect they deserve for their years of service.
With SB 10 now heading to the governor’s desk for final approval, Kentucky is one step closer to delivering these much-needed benefits to public employees across the commonwealth.
For more updates on SB 10 and other legislative measures, visit Legislature.ky.gov.
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Sen. Robby Mills, R-Henderson, represents the 4th Senate District, including Henderson, Hopkins, Union, and Webster Counties. Mills serves as Senate majority caucus chair. As a Senate majority leadership member, he serves on the Legislative Research Commission, the Committee on Committees, and the Rules Committee. He is a member of the Senate State and Local Government Committee. He is also a member of the Senate Committees on Families and Children; Natural Resources and Energy; and Health Services. Additionally, he is a member of the Public Pension Oversight Board and the Budget Review Subcommittee on General Government.
For a high-resolution .jpeg of Mills, please visit: https://legislature.ky.gov/Legislators%20Full%20Res%20Images/senate104.jpg.
