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We provide retirement, health, and related financial programs and benefits to more than 1.6 million public employees, retirees, and their families and more than 2,500 public employers.

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Impact of Furloughs on CalPERS
You may have read that a judge has ordered the Governor's furlough program to go forward. CalPERS is evaluating the order and monitoring the situation and will provide updates on our Web site as we learn more.

CalPERS is Resilient in Market Downturns
The news in the financial markets can be alarming for our members, but it is important for you to know that the current credit crisis does not affect our ability to pay benefits. It is also important to note that your retirement benefits are protected by law. The pension system is designed to withstand market fluctuations. Learn more about how our investment officers manage your retirement assets during these shaky financial times.   

City of Vallejo Bankruptcy Update
Learn about the Chapter 9 bankruptcy case filed by the City of Vallejo on May 23, 2008. CalPERS will carefully monitor and provide regular updates on the status of this important case.