WRS News Online for Employees
Jan 31, 2024 5:00pm Jan 2024 Edition
ETF Budget and Management Director Tarna Hunter

ETF Monitors Legislative Bills Introduced in 2023

ETF Budget and Management Director Tarna Hunter summarizes several Wisconsin Legislature proposals that, if passed, will affect rehired teacher and protective service annuitants. Other bills are also being monitored by ETF.

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10 Things You Should Know About Public Pension Disclosure Changes

State and local government retirement systems have significant oversight and disclosure requirements, some of which are being considerably modified. Ten key takeaways regarding existing disclosures, notable changes, and their effects.

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Disability Benefits

If you become disabled while working for a WRS employer, you may be eligible to receive WRS disability benefits that will give you income for the time you are unable to return to work.

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Active Employee / Retiree / Local Employer / State Employer

WRS Distribution of All Retirement Benefits Fact Sheet

The WRS covers employees of the state of Wisconsin and employees of local government employers who elect to participate, and Milwaukee Public School District teachers.

Department News
Sep 25, 2023 2:00pm
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Open Enrollment for Plan Year 2024 is Here

The annual open enrollment period starts today! Group Health Insurance Program members can make health benefits changes effective January 1, 2024. Make the most of it – this is your opportunity to switch to another plan design or add supplemental benefits.

Employer News
Jun 8, 2022 12:00am

State ICI Premium Rates Reduced for 2023

The Group Insurance Board has approved lowering the state income continuation insurance (ICI) premium rates 20% for the 2023 calendar year.

Employer News
Jun 7, 2023 12:00am

State ICI Premium Rates Reduced for 2024

The Group Insurance Board has approved lowering the state income continuation insurance (ICI) premium rates 10% for the 2024 calendar year.

Employer News
Jun 10, 2021 12:00am

State ICI Premium Rates Reduced for 2022

The Group Insurance Board has approved lowering the state income continuation insurance (ICI) premium rates 50% for the 2022 calendar year.