North Dakota § 40-45-18 - Qualification under Social Security Act authorized - Reduction of retirement

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§ 40-45-18. Qualification under Social Security Act authorized - Reduction of retirement

benefits. In the event that the federal Social Security Act shall be extended by the Congress of the United States to municipal employees, the governing body of any municipality may take all steps necessary to qualify its employees, subject to the terms of this chapter, for benefits under the retirement provisions of the said Social Security Act. In such event, the benefits received under and by virtue of any retirement plan established under the provisions of this chapter shall be reduced by the benefits received under the federal Social Security Act.

Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 40-45-18

What does North Dakota Century Code § 40-45-18 cover?

Section 40-45-18 ("Qualification under Social Security Act authorized - Reduction of retirement") is part of the North Dakota Century Code, the codified statutory law of North Dakota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite North Dakota § 40-45-18?

A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 40-45-18" (North Dakota). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of North Dakota law?

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How does North Dakota § 40-45-18 apply to my situation?

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