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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.

Employer News
Sep 29, 2022 8:00am

Calendar Year 2021 GASB 68 and GASB 75 Schedules Now Available

Audited schedules as of, and for the year ended, December 31, 2021 are now available for state and local employers participating in the WRS and Group Life Insurance Program, and state employers participating in the SHICC Program.

Department News
Jan 3, 2024 8:00am
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When Will I Receive My Statement of Benefits?

In April 2024, ETF will begin distributing employees’ January 1, 2024 WRS Annual Statement of Benefits, after 2023 account data reconciliation processes have been completed.

Department News
Apr 8, 2024 9:00am
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2024 Statement of Benefits Distribution Underway

ETF has started distributing the WRS Annual Statement of Benefits to members. The statement is a non-retired members' once-a-year summary of their retirement account information.

WRS News Online for Employees
May 1, 2024 3:00pm May 2024 Edition
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$3.1 Billion for WRS in the Last 5 Years

SWIB's investment management of the WRS generated more than $3.1 billion of net outperformance over the last five years. In 2023, SWIB beat its one-, five-, and ten-year benchmarks for the Core Trust Fund.

Employer News
Feb 26, 2024 10:00am

2024 Preparing for Your Retirement Webinars to Share With Employees

Please share this message with your employees to provide time and registration links to the Preparing for Your Retirement webinars. These free one-hour evening presentations are designed for WRS members who are within five years of retirement.

Webinar
Jul 16, 2024 11:00am Event Open

WRS Benefits: For New and Mid-Career Employees

Are you a new employee or someone who still has at least 5 years to go before you can retire? ? It's never too early to start planning for a secure retirement. Learn how to maximize your WRS benefits. Get your questions answered by a benefits specialist.

Webinar
Jul 31, 2024 1:00pm Event Open

WRS Benefits: For New and Mid-Career Employees

Are you a new employee or someone who still has at least 5 years to go before you can retire? ? It's never too early to start planning for a secure retirement. Learn how to maximize your WRS benefits. Get your questions answered by a benefits specialist.

Employer News
Nov 29, 2023 8:00am

2023 Annual Reconciliation

This information is to help employers prepare for the 2023 reconciliation process. Annual reconciliation is a time-sensitive project. Your assistance is required to ensure that your employees’ WRS Annual Statements of Benefits are accurate and complete.