News for Employers

My Benefits Employer News is a monthly newsletter to keep you informed about ETF’s new Insurance Administration System. You’ll learn about system functionality, upcoming policy changes, key dates, system training, and support.

Employees of the Universities of Wisconsin can now manage their insurance benefits 24/7 with My Insurance Benefits.

ETF is conducting online WRS employer training sessions for employers. This training is beneficial for both employers new to WRS administration and more experienced WRS employers who would like a refresher.

Learn about upcoming regional flu vaccine clinics and biometric screening events, as well as webinars such as the new Kaia Health Pain Management Program.

This release, available July 2025, includes updates to My Insurance Benefits and Employer Transaction Application.

Complete the champion contest submission, request your flu vaccine clinic, and promote regional events available this fall.

The Group Insurance Board has approved lowering the state income continuation insurance (ICI) premium rates 10%, effective April 1, 2026.

The GIB has extended the income continuation insurance premium holiday for 2026, based on the strong financial position of the local ICI Program.

The ETF Board approved WRS contribution rates for 2026, including rates for Wis. Stat. § 40.65 protective occupation duty disability and the Wisconsin Sick Leave Credit Conversion programs.

ETF, including all customer service phone lines, will be closed for business Friday, July 4, 2025, due to the observance of Independence Day.