FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 13, 2024
Columbus, Ohio – The Ohio Nurses Association (ONA), along with AFT applauds the House for the passage of the Social Security Fairness Act (H.R. 82), repealing provisions that have unfairly reduced Social Security benefits for millions of public employees.
Rick Lucas, BSN, RN, CCRN, ONA President and Executive Director issued the following statement in response the House ‘Yes’ vote on H.R. 82:
“For too long, public service workers, including Ohio’s nurses and health professionals, have faced unjust cuts to their Social Security benefits due to the Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset,” said Lucas. “ONA, working alongside our national union AFT, thanks Ohio’s congressional delegation for their support and reinforces our collective efforts to correct this inequity, ensuring dignity and security for retirees who have devoted their careers to serving others.”
“Now, the Senate must take swift action to pass this vital legislation,” said Lucas. “ONA’s commitment to retirement security and economic fairness for health professionals remains central to our mission, and we will continue advocating for policies that respect the sacrifices of working families and provide the retirement benefits they have rightfully earned.”
Click here to read AFT’s statement on H.R. 82.
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About ONA
Formed in 1904, the Ohio Nurses Association is a powerful network of nurses and health professionals. Our mission is to unite and empower nurses and health professionals, championing their rights, promoting professional practice, and advocating for quality care for all patients in Ohio, while fostering a strong and cohesive professional union community. To learn more or to become a member of the Ohio Nurses Association, visit www.ohnurses.org.