Tom Kean Statement On Governor Christie’s Proposed Pension Reform

Senator Tom Kean Jr.

Over the last two years, there has been a history of bipartisan progress that cannot be ignored. Whether it is ending borrowing without voter approval, controlling property taxes or beginning to restore solvency to the pension system, elected representatives of both parties have found common ground.

It is clear now to both sides of the aisle that the pension and healthcare system is out of balance. Hardworking rank-and-file public employees need the economic security of a strong and solvent system in retirement. All middle-class families can’t afford the same costly and inefficient bureaucracy.

The bold ideas proposed by the Governor deserve our immediate attention. Like our previous efforts, if we all acknowledge there is a problem then we all must work towards the solution.