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Committee reports second COLA measure with higher percentages after similar debate
Summary
House Bill 411 — nearly identical to HB 408 but with a 15–24.5% COLA range — was reported as amended after committee debate and a roll call vote. Opponents raised the same fiscal and fairness concerns as with HB 408.
Harrisburg — The House State Government Committee on March 17 voted to report House Bill 411 as amended. HB 411 mirrors HB 408 but proposes a larger COLA range of 15% to 24.5% for eligible pre‑Act 9 PSERS and CSRS retirees.
Committee members adopted a technical amendment, described by staff as aligning benefit classifications and funding language consistent with the earlier amendment used in HB…
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