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The term “defined-benefit” has been traditionally used as a synonym for “pension.” Increasingly, the term is being used to describe hybrid cash balance plans. While not wholly inaccurate, as we’ll explain, it is certainly misleading for employees and lawmakers to…
During the COVID-19 pandemic, public employees across the nation have given back to their communities in extraordinary ways. From donating to food banks to helping their neighbors and protecting their communities, public employees have been on the front lines. Here…
Welcome to this month’s first edition of This Week in Pensions! This is the news you need to know in the fight for a secure retirement. Before you dive into our top stories from this week, check out some stories…
As state legislative sessions are coming to an end around the country, state policymakers have faced budget deficits due to the coronavirus pandemic. To fill their budget deficits, some have argued that policymakers should consider taking away defined-benefit pensions for…
May the 4th be with you, and happy Teacher Appreciation Day! During the COVID-19 pandemic, public employees across the nation have given back to their communities in extraordinary ways. From donating to food banks to helping their neighbors and protecting…
Welcome to this month’s last edition of This Week in Pensions! This is the news you need to know in the fight for a secure retirement. Before you dive into our top stories from this week, check out some stories…
We have covered the Reason Foundation on our blog before and developed a video about them. This year, they have focused on overemphasizing public pensions’ unfunded liabilities, creating the illusion that pensions are not financially stable and a burden on…
During the COVID-19 pandemic, public employees across the nation have given back to their communities in extraordinary ways. From donating to food banks to helping their neighbors and protecting their communities, public employees have been on the front lines. Teachers…
Welcome to this week’s edition of This Week in Pensions! This is the news you need to know in the fight for a secure retirement. Before you dive into our top stories from this week, check out some stories of…
On Friday, April 2, Vermont House Speaker Jill Krowinski tabled an effort to reduce the state’s unfunded liabilities. The proposal would have required public employees to increase their contributions, stay in the workforce longer, and reduce or eliminate the cost-of-living…
During the COVID-19 pandemic, public employees across the nation have given back to their communities in extraordinary ways. From donating to food banks to helping their neighbors and protecting their communities, public employees have been on the front lines. Here…
Welcome to this week’s edition of This Week in Pensions! This is the news you need to know in the fight for a secure retirement. Before you dive into our top stories from this week, check out some stories of…