In Budget Crisis, States Take Aim at Pension Costs
Many states, acknowledging that they have promised pensions they cannot afford, are reining in benefits — but only for future hires.
Many states, acknowledging that they have promised pensions they cannot afford, are reining in benefits — but only for future hires.
The move could deflect growing international criticism of the country’s fiscal policies.
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