John Kline: “Congress promised to reduce the federal role and restore local control, and we intend to keep our promise.”

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

Republicans and Democrats have a history of bipartisan cooperation on this issue.

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.

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.