Special Needs (Reversionary) annuities (see 5.20 B. 15 b. Special Needs (Reversionary) Annuity are increased each January 1 by 3% of the original amount. Persons receiving a Special Needs annuity are also eligible for a supplemental benefit payment each July if they and/or the member were eligible for 12 months of retirement benefits. (See 5.20 B. 14. Supplemental Benefit Payment to Retired Members and Surviving Spouses)
If the member retired under Regular Tier 2, annual increases paid to an individual receiving a Special Needs Annuity are subject to Tier 2 increase rules. See 5.20 B. 12. Pension Increases After Retirement.