Pension Action

 

The bankruptcies of companies like Chrysler and General Motors have left many workers and retirees worried about the security of their pensions. The question, "What will happen to my pension?" is very much on the minds of workers and retirees in the automotive sector - and elsewhere. In a recent blog entry we explain what workers and retirees should know about their pensions - and where they can turn for assistance. For our latest blog entries, subscribe to our blog, PRC Perspectives.

 

In the weeks leading up to the bankruptcies of Chrysler and General Motors, several retiree groups have sprung to action to protect their pensions and retiree health care. In fact, many of these groups participated in an April meeting with the White House's Auto Task Force. To find out what these organizations are doing on behalf of Chrysler and General Motors retirees, check out their web sites: Delphi Salaried Retiree Association, GM Retirees Association, National Chrysler Retirement Organization, and Over the Hill Car People, a group that serves General Motors retirees. For additional groups, see our list of retiree organizations. If you know of a retiree organization that isn't on our list, please send an e-mail to let us know.

 

Do you have questions about your traditional pension or retirement savings plan? Has the current economic climate left you questioning your retirement security? On Wednesday, July 9 at 1 p.m., PRC Staff Attorney Rebecca Davis will participate in a webinar hosted by the National Women's Law Center called "Planning for the Future: What Women Need to Know about Pensions and Savings." Register here.

 

Do you have a question you'd like to ask your legislator?  Attending a town hall meeting is a valuable opportunity to speak with your elected representatives and let them know what's on your mind. The information elected officials hear from their constituents at a town hall meeting will help them learn more about a particular issue while also helping lawmakers form their legislative agendas. In just a few simple steps you can prepare for and attend a town hall meeting.

 

Do you tweet on Twitter? We do! The Pension Rights Center has joined Twitter, a social networking platform that allows users to let their "followers" know what they're up to on a regular basis. Check out the Center's Twitter feed, @PensionRights, and sign up to follow our tweets.

 

Pensions in the News
Below are links to a few interesting articles. Visit the Pensions in the News section of our web site.

 

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