Tag: CPI-E
Lawmakers Push for 3% COLA in 2021

Legislation has been introduced to provide a higher COLA to retirees in 2021.
GAO Weighs in on Annual COLA Calculations

GAO recommends the BLS evaluate the data sources used to calculate the annual COLA as they may not be accurate.
Seniors’ Security Act Takes Retirees Into Unknown Territory
Another attempt is being made in Congress to change COLA increases to use the CPI-E in an effort to help retirees. Is this a good idea?
Congress Considering Change in Calculating Retiree Benefit Increases

Recently introduced legislation would change the COLA used in computing federal employee retirement benefits.
What is the Chained CPI and How Would It Impact Your Retirement?

What is the chained CPI and how would it impact the federal workforce if a new legislative proposal were adopted?
Why Your Costs May Be Up But Your Retirement Income Goes Down
For the first time since the current system was put into place in 1975, the annual COLA adjustment is unlikely to appear in your paycheck next January. Here’s why.