WRS News Online for Employees
Jan 31, 2024 5:30pm Jan 2024 Edition
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Wisconsin Pensions Reduce Poverty Across Retiree Demographics

A UC Berkeley study found that Wisconsin retirees with pension income are less likely to experience economic hardships, with public pensions significantly narrowing the racial, gender, and education wealth gap among older families compared to private pensions.

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Manual Local Employer

How to Join the Wisconsin Retirement System

If you are a local public employer in Wisconsin not currently participating in the Wisconsin Retirement System, this brochure includes information to help you understand the WRS.

Health Insurance for Employers

The Group Health Insurance Program offers employees of employers who participate in the WRS or are covered by a Section 218
Agreement a uniform medical benefits package. The employer can also choose to offer Uniform Dental Benefits.