- Posted July 31, 2013
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Schuette joins Detroit bankruptcy case on behalf of pensioners
DETROIT (AP) -- Michigan's attorney general has officially joined Detroit's federal bankruptcy case on behalf of pensioners.
Bill Schuette filed a notice of appearance Monday with the bankruptcy judge overseeing the case.
Pension benefits are constitutionally protected in the state, and Schuette said Saturday he would work to defend "Michigan seniors living on fixed incomes and anticipating a safe and secure retirement after a lifetime of work."
Detroit Emergency Manager Kevyn Orr took Detroit into Chapter 9 bankruptcy earlier this month with the blessing of Gov. Rick Snyder. It's the largest bankruptcy by a local government in U.S. history.
The status of employee pensions is expected to be a key issue in the bankruptcy. Orr has said pension benefits could be reduced along with other debts.
Published: Wed, Jul 31, 2013
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