Louisiana Pensions Among Most Underfunded
A study of the 100 largest public pension plans in the U.S. highlights Louisiana’s pension fund troubles.
The Truth About Cash Balance Pension Plans
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.