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A Push for Social Security
AARP is asking presidential candidates for specifics on their plans for Social Security. Click here to read more on the AARP website.
Justice Dept. Will Seek to Block Two Health Insurance Mergers
Antitrust officials are concerned about two health insurance mergers that may decrease competition. Read more: http://www.nytimes.com/2016/07/20/business/dealbook/anthem-cigna-aetna-humana-health-care-mergers.html
Alzheimer’s Association celebrates milestone for care and support services announced by CMS
In a major milestone for the millions of Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has made it easier for physicians to provide critical care and support services for persons living with Alzheimer’s disease. Read more: http://alz.org/news_and_events_103657.asp?WT.mc_id=enews2016_07_13&utm_source=enews-aff-19&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=enews-2016-07-13
Preserving Retirement Income Security for Public Sector Employees
A new report finds that nearly all state retirement systems have features that allow for preservation of retirement income benefits, even for those employees who decide to change jobs. Read more: http://www.nirsonline.org/storage/nirs/documents/Portability%20Report/preserving_security_public_sector_web.pdf
CalPERS’ private equity fees under the microscope
Investments in private equity often have high fees associated with them, with the promise of providing higher returns. CA Assembly Bill 2833 seeks to require that pension plans acquire a more detailed accounting of fees charged by private equity firms before investing in them. Read more: http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-pe-disclosure-20160706-snap-story.html