As retired educators, we are in a great position to stay informed about any legislative proposals that may impact IPERS, Social Security, and public education. We can affect legislation by attending forums and coffees for area legislators at times when our colleagues still working in the public schools can’t.
IPERS is in great shape. It is about 90% funded. We are watching legislation that proposes a change to notification for new people eligible for IPERS. It looks like it will save IPERS money by using electronic notification.
Social Security is in danger of running out of money. The Federal Government has done nothing to shore up Social Security, has recently cut the Social Security Administration, and has given access to your personal and financial information to Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
Stay informed on the many Legislative proposals for changes in Iowa public education. You may find some of the links below helpful.
Now is the time when you need to get to know your representations at all levels. Representatives have told us that they listen more to the constituents they know. Legislators also said that the best way to contact them about issues is in person or by email.
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