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Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles and the surrounding communities. As flames threaten lives and property, brave firefighters are on the front lines, risking their safety to protect others. Firefighters exemplify the dedication…
On January 5, 2025, President Joe Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act, marking a monumental win for public employees nationwide. This long-awaited legislation repeals the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO)—policies that unfairly reduced Social Security…
In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, we often overlook the tireless efforts of the unsung heroes who work diligently behind the scenes to keep our communities thriving. They are the public employees who dedicate themselves to serving…
When public employees dedicate their lives to serving their communities—as teachers, firefighters, police officers, and other essential workers—they deserve a secure retirement. Yet, two federal provisions—the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO)—undermine that promise for millions…
The United States Government Accountability Office ( GAO) considers a public pension fiscally healthy if it maintains an 80% or higher funding ratio. Today, the largest public pensions in the country average funding levels well above this benchmark, a positive…
Americans are woefully unprepared for retirement. It’s not a fact that’s comfortable to face, but the truth is evident. As we continue to observe National Retirement Security Month, today we’ll explore the stark reality of retirement insecurity for countless hard-working…
On any given day in America, news outlets run headlines sensationalizing the funding status, investment returns, and management of state and municipal pension systems. Whether it’s a Milliman analysis, a Pew report, or a local newspaper, reporting can be confusing…
A shadow looms over the integrity of our government and the welfare of its public servants: Project 2025. This right-wing initiative proposes to embed approximately 50,000 far-right political loyalists into nonpartisan civil service jobs, displacing dedicated public servants and converting…
At NPPC, we consistently highlight the value of defined-benefit pensions for public employees and everyone lucky enough to have one. But what about the millions who don’t have access to a secure retirement plan? Every October, during National Retirement Security…
Nowadays, we often hear about businesses needing more workers or struggling to build stable talent pools. The worker shortage epidemic has become the new normal, as the issue is constantly echoed in the media and permeates many everyday conversations. The…
LL Cool J’s iconic 1991 hit, Mama Said Knock You Out, famously begins with the line: “Don’t call it a comeback, I been here for years.” Cool J later explained the lyrics related to his career, which many critics claimed…
As the school year kicks off classrooms nationwide will be filled with eager students and dedicated teachers ready to inspire the next generation. While students may be returning to a familiar routine, we know that our educators never truly left…