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Early rail retiree insurance cap raised

Listen to this article Your browser does not support the audio element. UTU members and their dependents insured under the Railroad Employees National Early Retirement Major Medical Benefit (ERMA) Plan (GA-46000) will have their lifetime maximum amount of coverage increased, [...]

Locals announce holiday events

Listen to this article Your browser does not support the audio element. Two locals have placed holiday party announcements in the November issue of the UTU News, which may not reach all members in sufficient time to plan attendance. To ensure that members have advance notice [...]

It’s time for flu and pneumonia vaccines

Listen to this article Your browser does not support the audio element. The head-cold and flu season is upon us, making it time to lower your risk of disease and illness by receiving a flu shot and pneumonia vaccine – and if you or your spouse is covered by Medicare, you won’ [...]

North Platte, Neb., retirees to meet

Listen to this article Your browser does not support the audio element. NORTH PLATTE, Neb. — UTU Alumni Association Chapter 17 will host its  second annual UTU/UTUe alumni luncheon Tuesday, Oct. 4, at noon, here at the Depot Restaurant, 520 N. Jeffers. All retirees, and [...]

Do not become a victim of fraud

Listen to this article Your browser does not support the audio element. Financial fraud can empty your life savings. Here are 10 steps suggested by best-selling author Charles Murray. Every deal is a potential scam: Recognize that fraud is an act of deceit by one party intend [...]

What is Medicare? How do I get started?

Listen to this article Your browser does not support the audio element. Medicare is the primary health insurance for retirees and their spouses. It is available for those over age 65, those under 65 with certain disabilities, and those of any age with permanent kidney failure [...]

UTUIA helps provide secure retirements

Listen to this article Your browser does not support the audio element. How long will you live after you retire, and will you have enough money to live on comfortably? Good question. That’s why – before you retire – you should think about post-retirement eco [...]

Begin your document search early

Listen to this article Your browser does not support the audio element. To apply for Railroad Retirement or Social Security benefits, you must provide certain information, and it is suggested you begin the process at least three months prior to your anticipated retirement dat [...]