Chrysler retirees will keep healthcare benefits

The new Chrysler will continue benefits for its non-union, white collar employees if Fiat is allowed to buy the “good” assets of Chrysler LLC.

Chrysler affirmed the commitment during a hearing today in which the retirees sought permission to form an official committee as part of the automaker’s bankruptcy proceedings.

The motion to form the committee was denied, but an attorney for the group said they were satisfied. Judge Arthur Gonzalez will allow the motion to be resubmitted if there is a change in plans that would affect the group’s members.