DAV asks city to double disabled‑veteran real‑estate abatement; committee asks assessor for impact analysis The Disabled American Veterans chapter proposed doubling Lawrence's real‑estate tax abatement for service‑connected disabled veterans to align with neighboring cities following the state's HERO Act. The committee voted to request an assessor's impact analysis and to invite the director of veterans services to the next meeting.

Bill Collins is pushing Lawrence to double its real-estate tax abatement for disabled veterans, highlighting the need for equitable support compared to neighboring cities.

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New Mexico amends pension contribution rules for public office members New Mexico increases public office member pension contributions beginning July 2025

New Mexico's bold move to raise pension contributions for public officials could reshape the future of public service in the state!

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Committee supports House Bill 1788 improving wage benefits for single parents Testimony highlights House Bill 1788's aim to equalize wage replacement for single parents.

Major changes to workers' compensation legislation could finally bring fairness to single parents in Washington's workforce!

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New retirement system rules for state judges and general assembly members announced State judges and lawmakers must enroll in retirement system starting July 2025

Tennessee is shaking up its retirement system with House Bill 535, mandating all new state employees to join the retirement plan—will this reform secure the future for public servants?

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