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Pension Security



Myths vs. Facts


Myth: Government workers don’t contribute to their pensions; taxpayers are on the hook to pay those costs.
January 12, 2010
Fact:
All government workers contribute to their CalPERS pensions. For state employees, the range is five to eight percent of their monthly earnings; for public agencies it is five to nine percent. While the vast majority pay five percent, firefighters, peace officers, and the CHP pay eight percent.

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