Q. | Suppose I transfer to a job in the trade in another part of the country? |
A. | If you obtain employment in another jurisdiction covered by a pension fund that participates in a formal pro rata Pension Credit agreement (a reciprocity agreement) with the Plan or is signatory to the International agreement providing similar transfer of credit, Pension Credit earned under that plan will be recognized under our Plan for vesting purposes. You may earn additional benefit amounts in this Plan for service earned under the other plan, depending on the terms of the applicable reciprocity agreement. Contact Retirement Services for more information about this. [Section II(X), Section IV(E)] |
Q. | What happens if I return to Covered Employment after an absence for military service? |
A. |
If you leave Covered Employment to serve in the military or for military training, and you return to Covered Employment while your reemployment rights are protected under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994 (USERRA), your time in the military will count for eligibility, vesting and benefits as if you had remained in Covered Employment in accordance with policies and practices set forth by the Board of Trustees. However, to receive credit for this service you must:
The total length of your absence and all previous absences by reason of military service cannot be longer than five years. There are limited exceptions to this rule. You are responsible for complying with the requirements for reemployment in a timely fashion. Contact Retirement Services for specific information about your particular situation. [Section II(J)(6)] |