Social Security Coverage for State and Local Employees
E H Whiteside Joliet Social Security Office outlines a 1951 start for state and local government employees to enter federal Social Security via an agreement with the federal government. States may choose coverage groups incl state comptroller and agriculture, with certain jobs excluded. Employee and employer payroll contributions begin at 1 percent each through 1953, rising to 3.5 percent by 1970 and thereafter.