Louisiana Pensions Among Most Underfunded

By Trent Hill

11/29/2012

A study of the 100 largest public pension plans in the U.S. highlights Louisiana’s pension fund troubles.

TAGS: accrued liability, Bobby Jindal, cash balance, defined benefit, defined contribution, LASERS, Louisiana, Pension Reform, TRSL, UAl, unfunded accrued liabilities

The Truth About Cash Balance Pension Plans

By Kevin Kane

04/26/2012

Critics of Governor Jindal’s proposed “cash balance” pension plan for state employees have made a number of inaccurate claims. The current retirement systems have amassed an astonishing $18.9 billion in unfunded liabilities, but reform opponents defend the status quo with scare tactics while relying on a flawed report from the Legislative Auditor.

TAGS: Bobby Jindal, cash balance, defined benefit, legislature, Pension Reform, pensions, Retirement, Taxes

Crime In Louisiana: Analyzing the Data

This year, disturbing reports of increased crime have dominated the news, both in Louisiana and nationally. Crime is a serious issue that demands thoughtful solutions to deter criminal behavior and promote public safety. They should be guided by data and evidence, not anecdotes. That’s why Pelican set out to review and better understand the underlying...

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