Notwithstanding any provisions to the contrary, members and former members of the general assembly, whose term of office began prior to June 30, 1976, shall be entitled to a full retirement allowance based on their years of creditable service in accordance with §§ 8-34-616, 8-36-206 - 8-36-209 and 8-36-707.Acts 1977, ch. 400, § 11; T.C.A., § 8-3904(2)(d).
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