Franklin Pierce Education Association

In The Loop

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  Wa Cares Tax

  "In 2019, the legislature created the state’s Long-Term Services and Support Trust, called Washington Cares, to address a growing need for long term care supports. The program is funded by a payroll deduction of $0.58 per $100 starting January 1, 2022 and will provide benefits to workers who have paid in for ten years or for those have paid into the system in 3 of the last 6 years before needing the benefit. The state benefits will be paid to qualifying individuals who reside in Washington when they need to rely on that benefit. There is a lifetime maximum benefit of $36,500 which will increase annually to keep pace with inflation....For those who decide to opt out of the state plan, the window to opt out runs October 1, 2021 through December 1, 2022, but members must show proof that their qualifying private long-term care insurance was purchased before Nov 1, 2021." (WEA)
  
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  FPEA Advocacy

  Do you have a passion for advocacy work? Do you have an interest in stepping more into this work together? Love your fellow FPEA members? Want to join in the bargaining process, a committee, or become a Building Rep? Not sure if you have the time or space? We are wanting to include you as your capacity allows.
  
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  Stay Connected

  Move? Change your phone or email? New work title or location? Please help us maintain accurate contact information, so you can stay connected & informed on what's happening in the FPEA. Contact your building rep or a member of the exec board to update your information.