STOP THE DECEMBER 31ST DEADLINE

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STOP THE DECEMBER 31ST DEADLINE

Joint Committee on Pensions

State employees are being asked to make life decision based on uncertainties and inadequate information. It is impossible to make an informed decision on retiring before Dec. 31^st when:

(a) drug coverage may or may not take effect in 2021

(b) current legislation will possibly be amended further

Let's stand together in solidarity to stop the December 31st deadline SIGN THE PETITION

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Maryland Professional Employees Council

To: Joint Committee on Pensions
From: [Your Name]

We graciously entered state service knowing private industry pays more, but the long-term outlook of promised retirement benefits gave us peace of mind. We have endured under-staffing and slow wage increases, yet remained committed to servicing the State of Maryland. Now our benefits have been reduced and our retirement security has been threatened with the new Prescription Drug Plan.

To add insult to injury you have voted and signed into law a bill that has forced us to make a life decision without adequate information and uncertainties. It is impossible to make an informed decision on retiring before Dec. 31st when:

(a) drug coverage may or may not take effect in 2021

(b) current legislation will possibly be amended further

This action shows a lack of value and respect for our years of service. As state employees and constituents we are calling you to right this wrong and stop the December 31st deadline.