The California Education Code authorizes CalSTRS to hold a
hearing for the purpose of determining any question presented to
it involving any right, benefit, or obligation.
The California Education Code requires the assessment of
penalties and interest for late or inaccurate reporting of
retirement data and payment of contributions from employers. Late
and inaccurate data result in inaccurate benefit payments and
late contributions result in lost investment opportunities. To
ensure consistent and transparent assessment of penalties and
interest, CalSTRS is drafting regulations in accordance with
current laws.
The California Education Code authorizes CalSTRS to hold a
hearing for the purpose of determining any question presented to
it involving any right, benefit, or obligation. The proposed
regulations govern the process that occurs before a hearing is
held by CalSTRS. The proposed regulations reflect a structure
that guides the member through an administrative remedy process
and are designed to assist the member in moving their request or
contention forward within CalSTRS. CalSTRS has reached out to
employers and other advocacy groups to provide information and
request feedback on the draft internal appeal regulations.
