Provided you did not close your WRS account by taking a separation benefit, your beneficiaries may be entitled to a benefit after your death. Understand how and what benefits are paid upon your death.
You can choose to deposit 50% of your contributions, including additional contributions, into the Variable Trust Fund. Before you decide to join, learn how Variable excess or deficiency affects your account value.
The program offers term life insurance coverage up to 5 times your yearly pay for State of Wisconsin employees and local government employees whose employer offers the plan. An employee may also insure their spouse and dependent children.
Choose from up to four dental plans to get the right coverage for you and/or your family. The dental plans offer coverage for services such as cleanings, exams, fillings, and orthodontia.
Deciding to retire may be the hardest part of the entire process. ETF can help you master the next steps so that you make decisions that are right for you. Use the resources available on this page to help you through the process.
Federal and Wisconsin laws specify when a beneficiary of a WRS account must receive distributions. Beneficiaries who do not comply with these requirements may be subject to tax penalties.
