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California State Retirees (CSR) is an advocacy group dedicated to protecting the pension and health benefits of all retired state employees. We are the largest and most experienced retiree organization in California.
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Our monthly newspaper provides valuable information about issues affecting your pension and health benefits. Read about services for retirees, in addition to monthly features about the Legislature and CalPERS.
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California State Retirees is committed to protecting the pension and health benefits of all retired state employees.
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With 93 years of experience, protecting the rights and benefits of retired state employees is our top priority.
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CSR supports all legislation that strengthens state retiree pensions and health benefits. We also oppose bills that threaten the rights and benefits of state retirees. Advocacy is our organization’s legacy.
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Stay on top of the latest news concerning your pensions and health benefits.
CalPERS Pensions: Secure for Members and Retirees Alike
The content is from CalPERS NOW, a quarterly email on key issues for CalPERS stakeholders. This quarterly email is...
What to Know if You Retire Out-of-State
The content below is from the CalPERS Perspective newsletter. While you consider where to spend your golden years in...
Learn About Your 2025 COLA
A Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) is an annual cost-of-living increase that helps your retirement benefit keep up with the...
Find local events, chapter meetings, board meetings, holidays, and other key dates coming up for California State Retirees.
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA/CHICO: Chapter 14 Meeting in Susanville
SAN JOSE AREA: Chapter 23 Meeting in San Jose
SACRAMENTO/YOLO COUNTIES: Chapter 2 Meeting in Sacramento
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