


| Think about this; is health care a vested right or simply a benefit that can be changed or eliminate at the discretion of the employer? San Diego eliminated the employer contribution towards retiree health care, and others are considering it. |
| In addition, CalPERS is currently making definitive changes in its health care plan that covers many of its members in the basic plan. Because of this, RPEA is attending every CalPERS Health Benefit Committee meeting. Whenever there is an issue that may affect our members, our RPEA representative speaks up to protect our interests. |
| RPEA’s Health Benefits Committee has assumed a major role in this situation. Their ongoing study and informed analysis appear in our RPEA bimonthly newsletter sent to all members. |
| Our questions are, How will new health care legislation affect retirees, and at what cost? Where will the state obtain money for these programs”? |
| Just another reason for you to consider becoming a member of RPEA. |
| For additional information phone, e-mail or write: |
| Retired Public Employees Association 300 “T” Street Sacramento, CA. 95814 Phone 916-441-7732 Toll free: 800-443-7732 FAX: 916-441-7413 e-mail rpeahq@rpea.com |
| WEB SITE: www.rpea.com |