Chart your course for a smooth retirement at FPPA’s next Retirement Readiness event! Join other Colorado first responders to learn more about preparing for retirement and the important decisions to make along the way at this free event. Join us
What Does WEP and GPO Repeal Mean for FPPA Members?
On January 5, 2025, President Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act (HR 82) into law. This legislation repealed both the Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP), which reduced Social Security Administration
Now Live: 75% Survivor Payment Options
FPPA defined benefit plan Members face many important decisions when applying for retirement. Among the most important of these is selecting a payment option, i.e. whether to continue their benefit payments to a beneficiary after they die—and if so,
Continuing the Mission: How Retired First Responders Can Find New Meaning
Retirement can be a challenging transition, especially for first responders who have dedicated their lives to serving others. In fact, more than one in four retirees (27%, according to Edward Jones) say they’ve “struggled with the transition from
Chief Investment Officer Named to Elite 100 List
FPPA is proud to announce that Chief Investment Officer Scott Simon has been included in the Markets Group Elite 100, which recognizes top investment leaders from public pension funds, endowments, foundations, and corporate pension funds. This honor
[Webinar] The FPPA Retirement Process
Edit 10/30/24: This event has ended. A recording is linked below. Retiring with FPPA may seem complicated, but it doesn't have to be! The secret, like much in life, is in the preparation. Join us for this webinar designed to help you prepare for