Guardianship

A guardian is appointed by a court when a person is unable to make or communicate medical decisions, financial decisions, or both. Learn how Letters of Guardianship can impact a WRS account.

ET-6301
Form Other Benefit Recipient

Notice of Death

Notify the third party administrator of the group life insurance program of a member death.

ET-4925
Brochure Active Employee / Retiree / Other Benefit Recipient

How Divorce Can Affect Your WRS Benefits

Information on how a divorce may affect WRS benefits, beneficiary designations as well as information for the alternate payee.

Department News
Aug 14, 2024 5:00pm
Graphic design representing the types of insurance under the Group Health Insurance Program

GIB Reviews Healthcare Trends, Drug Coverage

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.

Life Insurance Benefit Payout

A benefit may be paid during your lifetime or upon your death.  You or your beneficiary must make sure to follow the correct steps to receive your benefit.

ET-2327
Brochure Active Employee / Retiree / Other Benefit Recipient

Living Benefits

Living Benefits are the proceeds of your life insurance coverage under the Wisconsin Public Employers Group Life Insurance program that are paid to you while you are still living rather than to your beneficiaries after your death.

ET-6101
Brochure Active Employee / Retiree / Other Benefit Recipient

Death Benefits

Provided you did not close your WRS account by taking a separation benefit, your beneficiaries may be entitled to a benefit after your death.