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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


After Historic Vote to Repeal WEP-GPO, What’s Next?
After Historic Vote to Repeal WEP-GPO, What’s Next?

Historic House vote passes bill to repeal WEP-GPO Social Security penalties impacting public sector pensions. Senate action and advocacy efforts next. Continue Reading

Date posted11/13/2024


Discharge Petition on WEP-GPO Repeal Bill
Discharge Petition on WEP-GPO Repeal Bill

Explore the latest on the WEP-GPO repeal bill affecting 28% of state/local workers without Social Security. Learn about legislative efforts and impacts. Continue Reading

Date posted10/3/2024


A Look at GASB’s Post-Implementation Review of Pension Standards
A Look at GASB’s Post-Implementation Review of Pension Standards

Explore GASB’s post-implementation review of 2012 pension standards, highlighting improved transparency, costs, and ongoing evaluation for government pension plans. Continue Reading

Date posted09/26/2024


Do You Know Who’s Voting Your Proxies?
Do You Know Who’s Voting Your Proxies?

Discover the critical importance of proxy voting in corporate governance. Learn how asset owners can ensure alignment, mitigate conflicts, and protect beneficiaries. Continue Reading

Date posted09/13/2024


Defined Benefit Plan Court Rulings
Defined Benefit Plan Court Rulings

NYC pension fossil fuel divestment case dismissed; NY court cites Supreme Court's Thole ruling, affirming no financial loss in defined benefit plans. Continue Reading

Date posted07/31/2024


Court Rules LACERA Can Oversee Its Own Personnel Decisions to Fulfill Fiduciary Duties
Court Rules LACERA Can Oversee Its Own Personnel Decisions to Fulfill Fiduciary Duties

California court empowers LACERA to independently manage personnel decisions, enhancing public pension fiduciary duties and improving talent retention. Continue Reading

Date posted07/17/2024


Focusing on Companies with Good Labor Practices is a Sound Investment Strategy
Focusing on Companies with Good Labor Practices is a Sound Investment Strategy

Discover how companies with strong labor practices and effective human capital management deliver better financial performance. Invest sustainably with insights from Schroders, CalPERS, and Oxford research. Continue Reading

Date posted07/8/2024


Why an Active Approach to Corporate Governance is Important in Today's Market
Why an Active Approach to Corporate Governance is Important in Today's Market

Discover why an active approach to corporate governance is vital today. Learn how public pension plans lead in ensuring market integrity and maximizing returns. Continue Reading

Date posted06/4/2024


Barclays’ Failure to Implement Adequate Internal Controls to Track Sales of Securities Under Shelf
Barclays’ Failure to Implement Adequate Internal Controls to Track Sales of Securities Under Shelf

Discover how Barclays' failure in internal controls led to unregistered securities sales under shelf registrations, causing losses and reputational harm. Continue Reading

Date posted05/9/2024


Exxon Proxy Statement Lawsuit May Chill Investor ESG Proposals
Exxon Proxy Statement Lawsuit May Chill Investor ESG Proposals

Exxon’s 2024 lawsuit against investors over an ESG proxy proposal raises concerns about chilling effects on shareholder ESG initiatives amid SEC’s restrictive stance. Continue Reading

Date posted05/7/2024


Guide to Pension Governance and Oversight Best Practices
Guide to Pension Governance and Oversight Best Practices

Explore NCPERS' 2024 guide on pension governance best practices, risk management frameworks, and strategies to enhance public retirement system performance and oversight. Continue Reading

Date posted03/11/2024