Thursday, March 28, 2024

RPEC News

State Treasurer Hosting Retirement Security Town Halls

State Treasurer Hosting Retirement Security Town Halls State Treasurer Mike Pellicciotti is hosting retirement security town halls across the state to raise awareness about challenges that current and future retirees face.  These town halls will be an opportunity to share ideas and hear what work is on the horizon that could ensure all Washingtonians have equitable access to long-term retirement …

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RPEC Weekly Newsflash, July 7, 2023

RPEC Weekly Newsflash, July 7, 2023 Legislation Implementation Update Earlier this year, you helped the Washington State Legislature pass bills that positively impact retired public employees and senior citizens across the state.  RPEC is monitoring how these new laws are being implemented by state agencies.  Here is an update on some of the most important bills that the Legislature passed …

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RPEC Weekly Newsflash, June 30, 2023

RPEC Weekly Newsflash, June 30, 2023 PEBB Medicare Retiree Plans Face Proposed Premium Increases On Thursday, June 29th, the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) met to discuss proposed Medicare plan premium increases for 2024. All available plans to public retirees receiving their healthcare insurance under PEBB are facing increases in premiums, from 3% to an astounding 22%. Although it is …

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ARA Virtual Letter to the Editor Workshop

The Alliance for Retired Americans is holding a workshop on June 29th to discuss tricks and tips for writing a Letter to the Editor that gets printed and makes an impact. What: A free, one-hour online workshop that will show you how to write Letters to the Editor that will make your voice heard. When: Thursday, June 29 at 4 …

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