The leadership of the Professional Firefighters Association has studied the PERS Tier 5 very closely and looked at the impact it will have on future law enforcement from a financial, mental, and physical wellness perspective. 

After listening to our legislators and watching how this legislation was manipulated into the tax reform package, it has become very clear that TIER 5 will not be good for the firefighting profession or any public employee. 

Therefore, we are OPPOSING the passage into law of the TIER 5 language. PROFAM is asking the legislators and the GOVERNOR to reconsider their positions on this language because, if passed and put into law, it will be the same as signing a "DEATH WARRANT" for many future first responders trying to work for 35 years just to receive a benefit they will not be able to survive on in retirement. 

This legislation also affects retirees now and in the future on Tiers 3 & 4!  Present and currently retired employees are being put at risk because of the decision made to not include a funding mechanism that would keep PERS on solid financial ground. 

The Professional Firefighters of Mississippi OPPOSE this part of House Bill 1 (HB1) simply because it does not take into consideration future employees. 

To our legislators and leadership, we simply say to you, "You can do better than this!"