RPEC Weekly Newsflash, July 14, 2023 Benefits 24/7 Launching January 2024 HCA is introducing a new online enrollment system called Benefits 24/7. Benefits 24/7 will integrate online account access for subscribers from the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) and School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) Programs into one platform to allow for streamlined support and maintenance. This modernized web-based enrollment system …
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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 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 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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Retired Public Employees Council of WA Working to protect and enhance the pension and health care benefits of Washington retired state, county and local government employees