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The Critical Governance Question Before the California Supreme Court in LACERA v. County of LA
The Critical Governance Question Before the California Supreme Court in LACERA v. County of LA

Explore the LACERA v. County of Los Angeles case before the California Supreme Court, impacting pension board governance, fiduciary independence, and talent recruitment. Continue Reading

Date posted02/4/2025


Into the Whirlwind: 119th Congress
Into the Whirlwind: 119th Congress

Explore insights on the 119th Congress and Trump's executive actions, tax cuts, and budget reconciliation impacts on state and local pension plans. Continue Reading

Date posted02/3/2025


Deb Fischer Honored as NCPERS 2024 Policymaker of the Year for Advancing Public Safety Workforce
Deb Fischer Honored as NCPERS 2024 Policymaker of the Year for Advancing Public Safety Workforce

Sen. Deb Fischer honored as NCPERS 2024 Policymaker of the Year for advancing public safety workforce solutions via the Recruit and Retain Act. Continue Reading

Date posted02/3/2025


NCPERS Membership: Getting Fully Engaged in 2025
NCPERS Membership: Getting Fully Engaged in 2025

Maximize your 2025 NCPERS membership with access to conferences, trustee training, webinars, peer roundtables, and the latest public pension insights. Continue Reading

Date posted02/2/2025


Preview: NCPERS 2025 Public Retirement Systems Study
Preview: NCPERS 2025 Public Retirement Systems Study

Discover key insights from the 2025 NCPERS Public Retirement Systems Study, highlighting improved funding ratios, asset allocation trends, and pension sustainability. Join the free webinar! Continue Reading

Date posted02/1/2025


Recognizing Leadership and Innovation in Public Pension Communication
Recognizing Leadership and Innovation in Public Pension Communication

Discover the 2024 NCPERS Public Pension Communicator of the Year Award winners, recognized for leadership and innovation in public pension communication. Continue Reading

Date posted01/28/2025


Pensions Help to Recruit and Retain Public Safety Professionals
Pensions Help to Recruit and Retain Public Safety Professionals

Defined benefit pensions are vital for recruiting and retaining public safety professionals, ensuring experienced firefighters and police officers stay longer and retire securely. Continue Reading

Date posted01/17/2025


User Stories for Communications Managers
User Stories for Communications Managers

User stories help communications managers define needs for pension administration system upgrades, enabling effective, timely member messaging and streamlined communication tools. Continue Reading

Date posted01/14/2025


Strong Strategic Plans Are the Foundation for Good Governance
Strong Strategic Plans Are the Foundation for Good Governance

Discover why strong strategic planning is essential for effective governance of public pension funds, ensuring transparency, risk management, and retirement security. Continue Reading

Date posted01/7/2025


Canada Looks at Changing Pension Investing Rules to Promote "Asset Recycling"
Canada Looks at Changing Pension Investing Rules to Promote "Asset Recycling"

Canada is exploring pension investing rule changes to promote "asset recycling," enabling pension funds to invest in infrastructure like airports and utilities, boosting capital for public projects. Continue Reading

Date posted01/2/2025


Recognizing the December 2024 Class of NCPERS Accredited Fiduciaries
Recognizing the December 2024 Class of NCPERS Accredited Fiduciaries

Recognizing the December 2024 NCPERS Accredited Fiduciaries: 22 public pension trustees and staff earned the prestigious AF designation through NCPERS' tailored fiduciary education program. Continue Reading

Date posted01/2/2025


Why Effective Communication Matters for Public Pensions
Why Effective Communication Matters for Public Pensions

Discover why effective communication is vital for public pensions to build trust, combat misinformation, and engage diverse generations in retirement planning. Continue Reading

Date posted01/2/2025