Illinois General Assembly Retirement System Only 13.52% Funded
Authored by Michael Shedlock via MishTalk.com,
Despite a massive rally in the stock market, Illinois public pension liabilities continue to grow.
GARS, the Illinois General Assembly Retirement System, is only 13.52% funded, down from 17% funded in 2013. How long can GARS last?
Meanwhile, Illinois has accrued a combined net pension liability of roughly $130 billion on which it assumes a 7% return.