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Supporting the Evolving Needs of Public Pension HR Professionals Through Education
Supporting the Evolving Needs of Public Pension HR Professionals Through Education

Discover how NCPERS supports public pension HR professionals with education, networking, and the new Public Pension HR Summit for peer learning and training. Continue Reading

Date posted03/4/2024


The SECURE Act 3.0
The SECURE Act 3.0

Explore insights on the upcoming SECURE Act 3.0, focusing on retirement savings, expanded coverage, and new proposals like the Automatic IRA and 401Kids Savings Acts. Continue Reading

Date posted03/4/2024


Public Pension Profiles: MERS of Michigan’s Director of HR, Diversity, and Inclusion, Steve Hazime
Public Pension Profiles: MERS of Michigan’s Director of HR, Diversity, and Inclusion, Steve Hazime

Discover insights from Steve Hazime, Director of HR, Diversity & Inclusion at MERS Michigan, on public pension HR strategies, workforce challenges, and the 2024 HR Summit. Continue Reading

Date posted02/29/2024


The Inflation Reduction Act’s Impact on Medicare Part D and Retiree Healthcare Plans
The Inflation Reduction Act’s Impact on Medicare Part D and Retiree Healthcare Plans

Explore how the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 impacts Medicare Part D, drug pricing, and retiree healthcare plans, capping insulin costs and out-of-pocket expenses. Continue Reading

Date posted02/27/2024


Enhancing Healthcare Coverage for Public Safety Retirees
Enhancing Healthcare Coverage for Public Safety Retirees

Learn about recent enhancements to the HELPS Retirees Act, enabling public safety retirees to access up to $3,000 in pre-tax healthcare benefits easily. Continue Reading

Date posted02/23/2024


Requesting Member Feedback: NCPERS Member Survey Closes March 8
Requesting Member Feedback: NCPERS Member Survey Closes March 8

NCPERS invites members and stakeholders to complete the 2024 Member Needs Assessment survey by March 8 to improve public pension programs and services. Continue Reading

Date posted02/23/2024


Save the Date: NCPERS 2024 Chief Officers Summit
Save the Date: NCPERS 2024 Chief Officers Summit

Join public pension C-suite leaders at the NCPERS 2024 Chief Officers Summit in Nashville, June 17-19, for peer networking and solutions on governance, cybersecurity, and more. Continue Reading

Date posted02/21/2024


Supreme Court Clarifies Pleading Requirement for Claims Arising Under the Securities Act of 1933
Supreme Court Clarifies Pleading Requirement for Claims Arising Under the Securities Act of 1933

Supreme Court ruling clarifies Section 11 Securities Act claims require plaintiffs to prove shares were purchased via the alleged defective registration statement. Continue Reading

Date posted02/21/2024


Recognizing the December 2023 Class of NCPERS Accredited Fiduciaries
Recognizing the December 2023 Class of NCPERS Accredited Fiduciaries

Celebrate the December 2023 NCPERS Accredited Fiduciaries who excelled in public pension governance through the prestigious NAF program. Continue Reading

Date posted02/20/2024


Diversifying Income in a New Era
Diversifying Income in a New Era

Explore Brian Griggs' insights on diversifying income portfolios amid economic uncertainty. Learn asset allocation, risk factors, and growth strategies for investors. Continue Reading

Date posted02/16/2024


Public Pension RFP Roundup: Feb 2024
Public Pension RFP Roundup: Feb 2024

Discover the latest public pension RFPs for investment managers and audit workplans, including Puerto Rico's $790M allocations and San Bernardino's audit proposals. Continue Reading

Date posted02/16/2024


Public Pension Oversimplification Can Complicate Things Quickly
Public Pension Oversimplification Can Complicate Things Quickly

Explore why oversimplifying public pension plans can mislead funding analysis. Learn how unique state laws and plan features impact pension health and outlook. Continue Reading

Date posted02/13/2024