All active members should know that the amounts of compensation subject to railroad retirement tier I and tier II payroll taxes will increase in 2009. The tax rates will remain unchanged. Click here for the 2009 RRB retirement and unemployment taxes update
Read moreAny person claiming retirement, disability, survivor, unemployment or sickness benefits from the Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) has the right to appeal unfavorable determinations on their claims. Click here for the RRB appeals procedure Q&A.
Read moreThe Railroad Retirement Board will begin phasing in nationwide toll-free telephone service starting in late November 2008 to provide customers with easy access to the agency’s field offices. First Phase Next Phase Updated February 11, 2009
Read moreGood news! The standard Medicare Part B monthly premium for 2009 will remain the same as it was in 2008. Click here to find out more.
Read moreThose railroad retirement annuitants subject to earnings restrictions can earn more in 2009 without having their benefits reduced, as a result of increases in earnings limits indexed to average national wage increases. Find out more.
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