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Council Member Christopher Marte introduces legislation to protect healthcare rights of retired municipal employees

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Council Member Christopher Marte introduces Intro 1096, legislation aimed at protecting the healthcare rights of retired municipal employees in New York City. He argues against the city's attempt to move retirees from their current Medicare benefits to a Medicare Advantage Plan, emphasizing the importance of upholding promises made to those who served the city.

  • Marte highlights the essential nature of healthcare for retirees, particularly those with serious health conditions.
  • He frames the issue as a matter of principle, justice, and keeping promises made to city workers.
  • The council member calls for solidarity among his colleagues to pass this legislation and protect retirees' healthcare benefits.