Provides health care benefits to disabled members of TPAF and PERS.

This bill (A3126) amends New Jersey law to provide disability insurance coverage for members of the Teachers’ Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF) and Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) who become disabled. It replaces previous disability retirement allowances with group insurance coverage, funded through a special "Teachers Group Disability Insurance Premium Fund" paid by employers. The policy provides a monthly benefit equal to 60% of a member’s base salary (minimum $50) for total disability starting before age 60, covering up to age 70, while excluding pregnancy, war injuries, and self-inflicted harm. The bill was withdrawn on January 13, 2026, as it was already enacted as P.L.2025, c.370.