John Kline: “Families, school leaders, and taxpayers deserve a better way forward.”

Composite plans are not intended to replace defined benefit plans, but are intended to be an alternative to the 401(k) defined contribution plan.

Workers and retirees must have peace of mind when it comes to their hard-earned retirement benefits.

There is nothing fair or excusable about a 75-year-old retiree with health care concerns finding out that the pension he was promised just isn't funded.

We owe it to them to set aside our political differences and come to the table to find a bipartisan solution that secures their future.