The New Mexico Supreme Court will soon issue a decision about whether the state can cut cost-of-living increases for retired government workers to better manage its pension liabilities.
Justices heard from both sides this week. The case was initially brought by four retired educators who insist the state constitution protects their pensions from these types of reductions.
Sara Berger, the lawyer for the retirees, said she doesn’t believe retirees should have to shoulder the burden of the state’s financial woes.
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