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ARSEA/APEAL represents retirees and employees eligible to retire at both a state and local level. We are a non-partisan, public retiree advocacy group whose main purpose is protecting your retirement income.

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ARSEA/APEAL REGIONAL MEETINGS ANNOUNCED

Join us as we celebrate the successful passage of the COLA Legislation at our Regional Meetings which will take place instead of our annual convention.

This year, we will hold a series of 7 Regional Meetings in September. Members can join us for an informative event and WIN PRIZES, learn about benefits, enjoy fellowship, meet candidates, and have fun.

These afternoon events for members and non-members around the state will reach more employees and retirees throughout the state than our usual annual 2-day convention.

Pre-registration information will be released in the coming weeks.

Please note the following dates and locations:

Wednesday, September 10

Lake Guntersville State Park Lodge

1155 Lodge Drive, Guntersville

Thursday, September 11

George’s 217

217 N Montgomery Avenue, Sheffield

Wednesday, September 17

Mobile Museum of Art

4850 Museum Drive, Mobile

Thursday, September 18

Sterling Event Services

2461 E Burdeshaw Street, Dothan

Tuesday, September 23

RSA Plaza Terrace

770 Washington Avenue, Montgomery

Thursday, September 25

American Village

3727 Hwy 119, Montevallo

Friday, September 26

Embassy Suites

2410 University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa

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Upcoming chapter meetings around the state:

Tuesday, July 8 at 11:00 a.m.
Northeast Alabama Department of Public Safety Retirees
Sizzler Restaurant
209 W. Grand Avenue, Rainbow City, AL
Dutch Treat Lunch (Monthly)

Friday, July 11 at 8:30 a.m.
Huntsville Utilities Retirees
IHOP
6151 University Drive NW, Huntsville, AL
Dutch Treat Breakfast (Monthly)

Monday, July 21 at 10:00 a.m.
Cullman Chapter
Cullman City Hall
204 2nd Avenue NE, Cullman, AL

Thursday, July 24 at 11:30 a.m.
Elmore Chapter
The Wharf
4700 US 231, Wetumpka, AL
Dutch Treat Lunch

Tuesday, August 5 at 11:30 a.m.
Jefferson County Health Department Retirees
New China Buffet
7307 Crestwood Blvd, Irondale
Dutch Treat Lunch (Monthly at various locations)

Social Security Applauds Passage of Legislation Providing Historic Tax Relief for Seniors
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is celebrating the passage of the One Big, Beautiful Bill, a landmark piece of legislation that delivers long-awaited tax relief to millions of older Americans.

The bill ensures that nearly 90% of Social Security beneficiaries will no longer pay federal income taxes on their benefits, providing meaningful and immediate relief to seniors who have spent a lifetime contributing to our nation's economy.

“This is a historic step forward for America’s seniors,” said Social Security Commissioner Frank Bisignano. “For nearly 90 years, Social Security has been a cornerstone of economic security for older Americans. By significantly reducing the tax burden on benefits, this legislation reaffirms President Trump’s promise to protect Social Security and helps ensure that seniors can better enjoy the retirement they’ve earned."

The new law includes a provision that eliminates federal income taxes on Social Security benefits for most beneficiaries, providing relief to individuals and couples. Additionally, it provides an enhanced deduction for taxpayers aged 65 and older, ensuring that retirees can keep more of what they have earned.

To all of our members born in July, we hope you have a happy birthday.

The newly installed officers will begin their service on July 1, 2025. Pictured left to right are: President-Elect Mike Sparks, District 12 Camillia Ratliff-Eatman, President Thera Herring, Vice President South Rebekah Cornelison (front), Vice President North Central Winkler Sims (back), District 1 Rolls Coston, District 8 Bubba Blue. Not pictured are District 6 Lawrence Weaver and District 10 Susan Youngblood.

Elected to office but unable to attend were District 2 representative Kyle Callaghan and District 20 representative Johnny Grant.

We will have a FOREPAC fundraiser announcement in our next newsletter. Please watch for that and more information on our Regional Meetings coming soon.