pension plans like PERA—also known as defined benefit plans—provide you with the security of a lifetime benefit. PERA is a tax qualified plan under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. As a result, your federal and state taxes on PERA contributions are deferred to the time of withdrawal. Because PERA More @Wikipedia
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