Department and Member News

The Group Insurance Board today reviewed trends in healthcare market consolidation and the impacts on the State of Wisconsin Group Health Insurance Program. The Board also discussed approaches for the coverage of weight-loss drugs.

In this episode, SWIB’s Head Economist gives his economic outlook for 2024.

Access the agenda and materials for the meeting.

ETF announces the appointment of Renee Walk as Director of the Office of Strategic Health Policy (OSHP).

July eAlert: New virtual group fitness class, Live Well Wisconsin Radio Podcast: Putting Sustainability on the Menu

ETF announces the appointment of Patti Epstein as Chief Benefits Officer (CBO), who leads the Division of Benefits Administration.

The ETF Board recently approved the 2025 required contribution rates for WRS. The adjusted rates will take effect on Jan. 1 next year.

ETF, including all customer service phone lines, will be closed for business Thursday, July 4, 2024, due to the observance of Independence Day.

The State of Wisconsin Group Health Insurance Program (GHIP) provides health benefits to both state agencies and local government entities. All health plans interested in joining the program must submit an application.

In this episode, Senior Portfolio Manager Chris Benish discusses how passive strategies help diversify the WRS trust funds and play a key role in SWIB’s investment strategy to help keep WRS fully funded.