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Leaders Prepare for Inaugural MRAA Industry Summit, April 6-8, 2026
BROOKLYN PARK, Minnesota, March 7 -- The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas issued the following news on March 6, 2026:
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Leaders Prepare for Inaugural MRAA Industry Summit, April 6-8, 2026
The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) will convene top marine industry leaders for the inaugural MRAA Industry Summit, taking place April 6-8, 2026, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
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This April, the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) will bring together top industry leaders for the inaugural MRAA Industry Summit, an exclusive, invitation only gathering taking place
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BROOKLYN PARK, Minnesota, March 7 -- The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas issued the following news on March 6, 2026:
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Leaders Prepare for Inaugural MRAA Industry Summit, April 6-8, 2026
The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) will convene top marine industry leaders for the inaugural MRAA Industry Summit, taking place April 6-8, 2026, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
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This April, the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) will bring together top industry leaders for the inaugural MRAA Industry Summit, an exclusive, invitation only gathering taking placeApril 6-8, 2026, at the Coeur d'Alene Resort in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Designed for high level discussion and strategic alignment, the Summit arrives at a pivotal moment for the recreational boating industry.
The marine industry is experiencing rapid change, from evolving consumer expectations to tightening market pressures, technology shifts, and growing operational complexity. The MRAA Industry Summit is intentionally built to create a structured environment where leaders can challenge long held assumptions, examine the forces reshaping the industry, and collaborate on the models needed to strengthen long term industry health.
"There is never a 'perfect time' in our industry to step away and address the future -- which is exactly why we must do it now. The MRAA Industry Summit is designed to bring the right people into the room for the conversations that matter most," said Matt Gruhn, MRAA President. "Together, we'll explore the challenges and opportunities shaping marine retail and build the clarity and alignment our industry needs moving forward."
A Program Designed for Strategic Insight
Over three days, the Summit will engage participants in facilitated discussions centered on the industry's most pressing topics, including:
* Closing the price transparency gap
* Preparing dealerships and manufacturers for an AI driven operational future
* Leading innovation and managing organizational change
* Addressing economic and structural pressures across the marine ecosystem
The format is crafted to promote candid dialogue, collaborative discovery, and actionable shared direction between key influencers across marine manufacturing and retail.
Focused on Strengthening the Marine Retail Ecosystem
Although exclusive to invited participants, the purpose of the Summit extends across the entire marine retail network. By uniting leaders to evaluate emerging challenges and opportunities, the event reinforces MRAA's mission to advance a stronger, more aligned marine industry -- one where dealers have the support, stability, and forward thinking environment needed to evolve.
Event Details
Dates: April 6-8, 2026
Location: The Coeur d'Alene Resort, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
Audience: Exclusive, invitation only group of marine industry leaders
Purpose: Strategic collaboration and industry wide future planning
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About the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA)
The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas is the trusted catalyst for success in the marine retail industry. Dedicated to fueling dealer growth and strengthening the boating experience, MRAA delivers industry-leading insights, expert guidance and proven solutions that assist marine retailers in navigating challenges and seizing opportunities. Through education, advocacy and innovative resources, MRAA empowers dealers to thrive, and help drive a stronger more sustainable marine industry. Learn more at MRAA.com.
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Original text here: https://mraa.com/leaders-prepare-for-mraa-industry-summit-2026/
[Category: Business]
INCOMPAS Applauds Historic White House Ratepayer Protection Pledge
WASHINGTON, March 7 -- INCOMPAS issued the following statement on March 6, 2026:
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INCOMPAS Applauds Historic White House Ratepayer Protection Pledge
INCOMPAS, the competitive communications and AI infrastructure association, released the following statement today in support of President Donald J. Trump's Ratepayer Protection Pledge. This momentous commitment, signed at the White House by leading technology companies--including INCOMPAS members Amazon, Google, Meta, and Microsoft--ensures that the rapid expansion of American AI infrastructure will not result in higher energy bills for American
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WASHINGTON, March 7 -- INCOMPAS issued the following statement on March 6, 2026:
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INCOMPAS Applauds Historic White House Ratepayer Protection Pledge
INCOMPAS, the competitive communications and AI infrastructure association, released the following statement today in support of President Donald J. Trump's Ratepayer Protection Pledge. This momentous commitment, signed at the White House by leading technology companies--including INCOMPAS members Amazon, Google, Meta, and Microsoft--ensures that the rapid expansion of American AI infrastructure will not result in higher energy bills for Americanfamilies and businesses.
The following statement can be attributed to Chip Pickering, CEO of INCOMPAS:
"The signing of the Ratepayer Protection Pledge marks a defining moment for the future of American innovation and economic security. By committing to 'build, bring, or buy' their own power for new AI data centers, technology companies are demonstrating that American leadership in the global AI race and the protection of American consumers are not competing interests, but shared priorities.
As the association representing the builders of the nation's AI infrastructure, INCOMPAS knows that the race for AI dominance depends on a reliable, affordable and secure electric grid. This pledge ensures that the massive private investments being made into data centers serve as a catalyst for energy growth rather than a burden on the public. By funding their own power needs and investing in grid upgrades, these companies are accelerating the modernization of our national energy infrastructure for the benefit of all Americans.
We applaud the administration's focus on affordability and the collaborative spirit shown by INCOMPAS member companies, Amazon, Google, Meta, and Microsoft. From rural communities to major tech hubs, this commitment to self-generation and dedicated power capacity will contribute to the revitalization of American manufacturing and the creation of thousands of high-skilled jobs without asking ratepayers to foot the bill. INCOMPAS and its members look forward to continuing our work with federal and state leaders to accelerate the deployment of AI-enabling infrastructure that is sustainable, competitive and affordable for all Americans."
The following statements are attributed to INCOMPAS member companies that signed the Ratepayer Protection Pledge.
The following statement can be attributed to Amazon:
"Amazon is signing the Ratepayer Protection Pledge to reinforce our commitment to paying our full energy costs and ensuring our data centers do not increase electricity bills for consumers. We welcome the Administration's leadership on this issue and support the pledge's commitments, which establish a clear baseline to protect ratepayers while enabling responsible, long-term energy partnerships that strengthen the grid and the communities where data centers operate."
The following statement can be attributed to Google:
"Google's support of the Ratepayer Protection Pledge affirms our long-held commitment to protect energy affordability for American households, accelerate breakthroughs to secure America's energy future, and deliver energy infrastructure - all of which are critical to maintaining America's global leadership in this era of innovation. We appreciate all the Trump Administration is doing to secure America's continued leadership in AI, powered by abundant and affordable energy."
The following statement can be attributed to Dina Powell McCormick, President and Vice Chairman of Meta:
"Under President Trump's leadership, America is in the middle of the biggest infrastructure boom since World War II. We're incredibly proud of the thousands of jobs Meta data centers are creating across the country, while our investments in small business and workforce training programs ensure Americans have the skills needed for the jobs of tomorrow. As we build for America's future, the Ratepayer Pledge ensures families aren't the ones footing the bill for AI's energy consumption. The pledge gives companies like Meta the certainty we need to keep up the momentum, ensuring that American AI dominance and the prosperity of American families go hand-in-hand."
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Original text here: https://incompas.org/news-post/incompas-applauds-historic-white-house-ratepayer-protection-pledge/
[Category: Telecommunications]
ICBA LIVE 2026 Showcase Delivers Community Bank Innovations in AI, Digital Investing, and More
WASHINGTON, March 7 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Independent Community Bankers of America posted the following news release:
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ICBA LIVE 2026 Showcase Delivers Community Bank Innovations in AI, Digital Investing, and More
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San Diego, Calif. (March 6, 2026) -The Independent Community Bankers of America(r) (ICBA) hosted its ThinkTECH Showcase during ICBA's national convention, ICBA LIVE. This year's event, held in San Diego, Calif., unveiled new community bank-specific technologies addressing artificial intelligence (AI), digital investing, and more.
"Innovation speaks not to
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WASHINGTON, March 7 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Independent Community Bankers of America posted the following news release:
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ICBA LIVE 2026 Showcase Delivers Community Bank Innovations in AI, Digital Investing, and More
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San Diego, Calif. (March 6, 2026) -The Independent Community Bankers of America(r) (ICBA) hosted its ThinkTECH Showcase during ICBA's national convention, ICBA LIVE. This year's event, held in San Diego, Calif., unveiled new community bank-specific technologies addressing artificial intelligence (AI), digital investing, and more.
"Innovation speaks not toa singular momentary shift but to a continuous drive toward the future," ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey said. "By investing in programs that address what's next in community banking and drawing together community bank and bank technology leaders to create thoughtful solutions, we chart the course ahead and ensure community banks can meet and exceed emerging customer demands."
Specifically, the ThinkTECH Showcase highlighted fintech solutions representing a wide range of offerings, including small business client acquisition, compliance automation, digital investment opportunities, commercial account transitions, SBA lending efficiencies, and real-time fraud monitoring. Presenting companies from the latest cohort included:
* Crux Analytics opens in a new tab - Uses agentic business development workflows to support small business client acquisition, engagement, and retention.
* Flatirons AI opens in a new tab - Leverages generative artificial intelligence to support bank operations to improve the bank's overall compliance posture.
* InvestiFi opens in a new tab - Provides digital investment services directly from the account holder's checking account, bypassing third-party payment rails.
* Onsetto opens in a new tab - Delivers a white label, AI powered platform that simplifies commercial account transitions to migrate accounts payments, receivables, and payroll systems.
* Parlay opens in a new tab - Offers a loan intelligence system designed to eliminate manual-intensive processes associated with small business and SBA lending intake.
* Socratix AI opens in a new tab - Builds secure, enterprise-grade AI agents that help fraud and risk teams investigate alerts in real-time and deliver structured insights.
ICBA LIVE also honored several cohort participants, with Onsetto receiving the Banker's Choice Award, which attendees voted as the most promising solution. This award was presented onstage during the general session. In addition, during the showcase, InvestiFi was recognized with the Most Valuable Participant (MVP) Award for the most evolved offering based on program engagement and alignment with community bank business priorities, and Crux founder and CEO Jacob Bennett received the All-Heart Award, sponsored by Wipfli LLP, which honors individuals whose actions demonstrate a genuine commitment to others and whose presence leaves a meaningful, positive impact on their peers, their organizations, and our industry.
"Through ICBA Innovation programs like the ThinkTECH Accelerator, community banks gain access to cutting-edge concepts and practical solutions tailored to the needs of their customers," ICBA Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation Officer Wayne Miller said. "More than 70 companies have participated in the accelerator, and the engagement between community bankers, industry leaders, and fintech innovators continue to inspire the next generation of community bank technology."
As ICBA LIVE 2026 concludes this week, community banks will leave with new strategies, connections, and technologies to support innovation in today's dynamic financial services landscape. ICBA continues to invest in supporting a continuous cycle of community bank innovation and proudly joins its sponsors BankTech Ventures, Fiserv MasterCard, Ncontracts and Wipfli to make this possible.
For more information on the ICBA Innovation and ThinkTECH Accelerator program, including how interested bank technology companies can apply for future innovation programming, please visit icba.org/innovation opens in a new tab.
About ICBA
The Independent Community Bankers of America(r) has one mission: to create and promote an environment where community banks flourish. We power the potential of the nation's community banks through effective advocacy, education, and innovation.
As local and trusted sources of credit, America's community banks leverage their relationship-based business model and innovative offerings to channel deposits into the neighborhoods they serve, creating jobs, fostering economic prosperity, and fueling their customers' financial goals and dreams. For more information, visit ICBA's website at icba.org.
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Original text here: https://www.icba.org/w/icba-live-2026-showcase-delivers-community-bank-innovations-in-ai-digital-investing-and-more
Connecting People, Powering Progress: SAE Government Technologies Leads Community Initiative
WARRENDALE, Pennsylvania, March 7 -- SAE International issued the following news release on March 6, 2026:
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Connecting People, Powering Progress: SAE Government Technologies Leads Community Initiative
TROY, Mich. - SAE Government Technologies (SAE GT) has been awarded a contract by The Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment (IBAS) program to develop a community that will transform an emerging U.S. industrial base. This initiative - called Mobility & Emerging Technologies ConnectSM (METConn) - aims to connect stakeholders in battery manufacturing and other technologies while fostering
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WARRENDALE, Pennsylvania, March 7 -- SAE International issued the following news release on March 6, 2026:
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Connecting People, Powering Progress: SAE Government Technologies Leads Community Initiative
TROY, Mich. - SAE Government Technologies (SAE GT) has been awarded a contract by The Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment (IBAS) program to develop a community that will transform an emerging U.S. industrial base. This initiative - called Mobility & Emerging Technologies ConnectSM (METConn) - aims to connect stakeholders in battery manufacturing and other technologies while fosteringcollaboration and innovation.
The primary goal is to build a robust, highly collaborative community to support workforce development, professional networking, marketing, outreach, upskilling, training, education, and more.
The METConn website, launching in Spring 2026, will serve as the primary source of information for this community, offering resources such as background information, news and events, industry organizations, job opportunities, funding sources, and professional development tools. Key features will include regional hubs and communities of practice organized by topical themes, enabling participants to engage based on their interests.
"By bringing this community together, we are thrilled to help drive forward efforts to innovate and compete in highly relevant technology spaces," said Michael McNair, President of SAE GT. "We're also excited to develop and inspire the next generation of industrial skills professionals by allowing them to see fruitful pathways with these important technologies."
SAE GT will leverage SAE International's expertise in connecting and educating mobility professionals to achieve this vision. The initiative will welcome professionals, educators, veterans, students, and anyone interested. Members will gain access to training resources, career opportunities, technical and leadership development, and collaborative networks.
Follow METConn LinkedIn page to get the latest updates: https://www.linkedin.com/company/metconn-mobility-emerging-technologies/.
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About SAE Government Technologies
An affiliate of SAE Industry Technologies Consortia (SAE ITC), SAE GT enables visionary collaboration to define solutions, advance technology and effectively address new challenges and innovation trends with Government customers (www.sae-gt.org).
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About SAE Industry Technologies Consortia
SAE Industry Technologies Consortia (SAE ITC), an affiliate of SAE International(R), brings together public, private, academic, and government organizations in neutral, pre-competitive forums. SAE ITC specializes in creating and managing consortia using proven processes, tools, and resources. By fostering collaboration, SAE ITC helps members set and implement strategic business improvements that drive innovation across highly engineered industries worldwide. Learn more at www.sae-itc.com.
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About SAE International
SAE International is a global association committed to advancing mobility knowledge and solutions for the benefit of humanity. By engaging nearly 200,000 engineers, technical experts and volunteers, we connect and educate mobility professionals to enable safe, clean, and accessible mobility solutions. We act on two priorities: encouraging a lifetime of learning for mobility engineering professionals and setting the standards for industry engineering. We strive for a better world through the work of our philanthropic SAE Foundation, including award-winning programs like A World In Motion(R) and the Collegiate Design Series(TM). More at http://www.sae.org.
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Original text here: https://www.sae.org/articles/press-releases/2026/03/sae-gt-metconn
[Category: Engineering]
American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries Posts Commentary: Navigating Retirement's Most Critical Ages - Milestones Matter
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 7 -- The American Society of Pension Professionals and Actuaries posted the following commentary by Security Benefit Senior Vice President Jim Kiley:
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Navigating Retirement's Most Critical Ages: Milestones Matter
A discussion of milestones for retirement saving that focuses on landmarks for financial professionals that are providing services is instructive for better helping individuals to save for a more secure retirement.
Editor's Note: Following is a discussion of milestones for retirement saving that focuses on landmarks for financial professionals that are
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ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 7 -- The American Society of Pension Professionals and Actuaries posted the following commentary by Security Benefit Senior Vice President Jim Kiley:
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Navigating Retirement's Most Critical Ages: Milestones Matter
A discussion of milestones for retirement saving that focuses on landmarks for financial professionals that are providing services is instructive for better helping individuals to save for a more secure retirement.
Editor's Note: Following is a discussion of milestones for retirement saving that focuses on landmarks for financial professionals that areproviding services for those in the education sector. However, the principles it discusses have broader application and those who serve other sectors could find them useful as well.
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A unique financial journey faces teachers, shaped by pension systems, 403(b)/457(b) savings, varied retirement timelines, and the realities of public-sector income. Financial professionals working with school districts have an opportunity to help employees make informed decisions as they progress through retirement's most important milestones.
Age 50+: The Power of Catch-Ups & Tax Diversification
Age 50 often marks peak earning years for educators. This milestone opens opportunities to accelerate savings using enhanced catch-up contributions for 403(b) and 457(b) plans, including higher limits for ages 60-63 that began in 2025. Starting in 2026, high earners (those with prior-year FICA wages over $150,000, as reported in Box 3 of Form W-2, if applicable) must make catch-up contributions as Roth contributions. This is also an ideal time to review Traditional versus Roth strategies and explore survivor benefits available to disabled widow(er)s.
Age 55: A Bridge for Early Retirees
Educators frequently retire earlier than private-sector workers, making the Age 55 Rule especially valuable. Individuals who separate from service in the year they turn age 55 can make penalty-free withdrawals from workplace retirement plans. This flexibility often provides a more practical income bridge to age 591/2 than committing to 72(t) substantially equal periodic payments.
Age 591/2: Increased Access and Flexibility
At this age, individuals gain full penalty-free access to retirement accounts. Many workplace plans also permit in-service, non-hardship withdrawals, making it a critical time to discuss rollovers, risk adjustments, and income planning.
Age 60: Coordinating Survivor Benefits
Widow(er)s and eligible ex-spouses can begin Social Security survivor benefits at age 60, even if they remarry later. Strategic decisions--such as taking the smaller benefit first and switching to a higher benefit later--can significantly impact lifetime income.
Age 62+: Social Security Claiming Decisions
Claiming Social Security as early as age 62 can reduce benefits by up to 30%. Educators should understand not only the long-term income impact but also how early claiming can affect survivor benefits. Since the Social Security Administration does not provide personalized advice, financial professionals play a key role in integrating claiming decisions into an overall retirement income plan.
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Age 63: Medicare Premium Awareness
Income at age 63 determines Medicare premiums at age 65. Higher-earning educators, administrators, and late-career retirees should be aware that certain income events--such as Roth conversions--can trigger IRMAA surcharges based on Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI).
Age 701/2: Tax-Smart Charitable Giving
At age 701/2, clients may make Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) directly from an IRA, reducing taxable income and potentially offsetting future required minimum distributions (RMDs). Even modest charitable gifts can help clients lower taxes while supporting causes they value.
Age 73+: Required Minimum Distributions and Retirement Timing
Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) generally begin at age 73 for individuals born between 1951 and 1959 (and at age 75 for those born in 1960 or later). However, for many employer-sponsored retirement plans, including 403(b) plans offered through school districts, distributions may be delayed until the individual actually retires, depending on the terms of the plan.
This distinction makes retirement timing an important planning consideration. Once distributions are required, clients must take required amounts before completing Roth conversions and should coordinate RMDs across accounts to avoid unnecessary taxes. Proactive planning can help simplify cash flow and manage future tax exposure.
Advisor Action Steps
* Explore penalty-free access at age 55 for early retirees.
* Coordinate survivor and retirement benefits for widowed clients at age 60.
* Begin Social Security planning discussions five to seven years before eligibility.
* Educate clients about Medicare income lookback rules beginning at age 63.
* Position QCDs as a tax-efficient charitable strategy starting at age 701/2.
* Simplify cash flow through automation and planning during RMD years.
By integrating these milestones into your client conversations, you can help educators retire with greater clarity, confidence, and financial security.
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Jim Kiley is Senior Vice President, Eastern United States, at Security Benefit.
Used by permission.
Opinions expressed are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPPA or its members.
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Original text here: https://www.asppa-net.org/news/2026/3/navigating-retirements-most-critical-ages-milestones-matter/
[Category: Human Resources/Personnel]
American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries Issues Commentary: No Winter Sleep for State Auto-IRAs
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 7 -- The American Society of Pension Professionals and Actuaries issued the following commentary by John Iekel:
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No Winter Sleep for State Auto-IRAs
Winter is a time in which a lot of Nature takes a breather. But not so for state auto IRAs this winter, at least if the experience of the first ones to be put in place is any indication. Growth in registrations and assets definitely was not on ice in the big three.
Employers Registered
In California, the growth in the population of employers registered with CalSavers was robust, particularly from December to January.
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ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 7 -- The American Society of Pension Professionals and Actuaries issued the following commentary by John Iekel:
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No Winter Sleep for State Auto-IRAs
Winter is a time in which a lot of Nature takes a breather. But not so for state auto IRAs this winter, at least if the experience of the first ones to be put in place is any indication. Growth in registrations and assets definitely was not on ice in the big three.
Employers Registered
In California, the growth in the population of employers registered with CalSavers was robust, particularly from December to January.On New Year's Eve, there were 255,793; on Jan. 31, 272,054; on Feb. 28, 277,902. The stronger growth from December to January may be related to the deadline for the last cohort of employers to register if they did not offer a plan of their own, which was recent.
The pace of growth in Illinois was much slower than that in the Golden State, but it picked up during February. There were 25,820 employers registered with Illinois Secure Choice on Dec. 31, 2025 and 26,332 two months later, an increase of 512.
And in Oregon, there were 56 more employers registered in December than there were in November; there were 33,740 by New Year's Eve. The pace was even more incremental than that of Illinois, but then again, Oregon's program was the first of the three to be operational.
Accounts
There was growth in the number of accounts from a variety of perspectives.
Payroll contributing accounts. Growth in the number of payroll contributing accounts was much more modest than the number of employers registered and the funds accumulated. But growth there was, nonetheless.
OregonSaves had 190,877 accounts into which employees were making contributions as of Dec. 31; that was 2,654 more than on Nov. 30.
The number of payroll contributing accounts in Illinois Secure Choice grew very slightly -- there were just under 1,000 more of them on the last day of February than there were on the last day of December. There were 195,935 as March began.
The pace of growth in payroll contributing accounts in CalSavers picked up as winter progressed. There were almost 10,000 more of them in January, and there were more than 15,000 more of them in February. By the end of February, there were 736,421 such accounts in California's program.
Funded accounts. Just because an account has been established doesn't necessarily mean that it's funded. This could be owing to a variety of factors; for instance, brand new accounts may not have any funds in them yet, and other participants may have used the money in their accounts to cover more immediate needs.
OregonSaves had 2,239 new funded accounts by the end of December, with a total of 148,146 of them. Illinois added even fewer; on Dec. 31, Illinois there were 167,328, and on Feb. 28, a little more than 1,000 were added and became part of the 168,375 accounts into which funds were being deposited.
The pace of growth in the number of funded accounts in California accelerated as winter wore on. The number increased by almost 6,000 in January, and a little more than twice that number were added in February. There were 617,420 by the end of the month.
Dollars and Cents
Measures of the accounts' total assets as well as others concerning individuals' assets showed growth; some was robust, and some was much more modest.
Assets. OregonSaves had more than $8 million more in its coffers on the last day of 2025 than it did on Thanksgiving. By year's end that amounted to $445,041,330.
Illinois Secure Choice had a hair below $330 million by Feb. 28, 2026. It started the winter at roughly $311.4 million, an increase of just over $18 million.
CalSavers' assets passed $1 billion a while ago, and are well on their way to doubling that. They added more than $100 million from Dec. 1 to March, and counted $1,698,424,525 in the bank by the end of February.
Average monthly contribution amounts. Employees in Illinois contributed just $8 more, on the average, to their accounts in February than they did in December. By Feb. 28, the average monthly contribution to an individual account in Illinois Secure Choice was $173.29. The increase in the average monthly contribution to a CalSavers account went up by just a little more than that, $14; the average was $214 per month in February.
The average monthly contribution to an OregonSaves account went up much more than did those in the other states. The increase in the average contribution was $30 in December and stood at $206.
Average funded account balances. The average funded account balance in OregonSaves grew by just $13 in December.
In Illinois and California, however, the average funded account balance grew by around 8 times as much. In Illinois, the average balance was 1,861.08 in December, and 1,959.39 in February, almost $100 more. Similarly, the average funded account balance in CalSavers was $2,649 in December and $2,751 in February, $102 more than two months before.
Finding out More
The statistics concerning CalSavers are available here (https://www.treasurer.ca.gov/calsavers/reports/2025/december_2025.pdf).
Statistics concerning Illinois Secure Choice is available here (https://illinoistreasurer.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Secure-Choice-Monthly-Dashboard_December-2025.pdf).
Information about OregonSaves is available here (https://www.oregon.gov/treasury/upward-oregon/pages/oregon-retirement-savings-board.aspx).
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Original text here: https://www.asppa-net.org/news/2026/3/no-winter-sleep-for-state-auto-iras/
[Category: Human Resources/Personnel]
AGA Signs on to Support AAP's Vaccine Recommendations
BETHESDA, Maryland, March 7 -- The American Gastroenterological Association issued the following news on March 6, 2026:
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AGA signs on to support AAP's vaccine recommendations
We joined more than 230 organizations in support of the American Academy of Pediatrics' recommended child and adolescent immunization schedule.
AAP recommends following routine vaccination for hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rotavirus, influenza, and meningococcal disease, among others. The schedule was "developed by experts with specialized knowledge and experience in infectious diseases, public health and pediatrics"
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BETHESDA, Maryland, March 7 -- The American Gastroenterological Association issued the following news on March 6, 2026:
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AGA signs on to support AAP's vaccine recommendations
We joined more than 230 organizations in support of the American Academy of Pediatrics' recommended child and adolescent immunization schedule.
AAP recommends following routine vaccination for hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rotavirus, influenza, and meningococcal disease, among others. The schedule was "developed by experts with specialized knowledge and experience in infectious diseases, public health and pediatrics"and "are based on the latest scientific and real-world evidence."
Additionally, the schedule's been formally endorsed by 12 medical and healthcare organizations, such as the American Medical Association (AMA), Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA), and National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP).
The immunization schedule has served "a guide for pediatricians, clinicians and patients on the optimal timing for routine immunizations to protect children from preventable illnesses" for nearly a century.
Read the statement of support (https://downloads.aap.org/DOFA/Statement%20of%20Support%20AAP%202026%20Immunization%20Schedule.pdf?_gl=1*n4fl5z*_ga*MTQ5OTgzNDI2Ny4xNzY4NDExMjc0*_ga_FD9D3XZVQQ*czE3NzI4MjkzMDEkbzMkZzEkdDE3NzI4MzEwMzkkajYwJGwwJGgw*_gcl_au*MTExMTM0MDUwOC4xNzcyODI5MzAx*_ga_GMZCQS1K47*czE3NzI4MjkzMDEkbzEkZzEkdDE3NzI4MzEwMzkkajYwJGwwJGgw)
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Original text here: https://gastro.org/news/aga-signs-on-to-support-aaps-vaccine-recommendations/
[Category: Medical]
