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.

Employer News
Nov 29, 2021 8:00am

2021 Annual Reconciliation

This information is to help employers prepare for the 2021 reconciliation process. Annual reconciliation is a time-sensitive project. Your assistance is required to ensure that your employees’ WRS Annual Statements of Benefits (issued in April) are accurate and complete.

WRS News Online for Employees
Apr 25, 2023 8:00am May 2023 Edition

What are the IRS Limits for 2023?

The end of tax time is a good time to revisit the Internal Revenue Code limits for 2023 on such things as deferrals to one’s Wisconsin Deferred Compensation Program account, additional contributions to the WRS, etc.

Statement of Incapacity

Some financial power of attorney documents require that the principal is incapacitated before the agent can act on their behalf.

Department News
Dec 18, 2023 12:00pm

Holiday Closings of ETF Offices 2023

The Department of Employee Trust Funds, including all customer service phone lines, will be closed for business on Monday, December 25 and Monday, January 1. ETF’s customer service call center staff will be available beginning at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 26 and Tuesday, January 2.  Wisconsin Retirement System members are encouraged to utilize ETF’s website to view and print forms, brochures and review online videos.

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Retirement Checklist

Planning and preparation are essential for a successful retirement. This page has a list of things you can do to help ensure a smooth changeover to retirement.

WRS News Online for Employees
Jan 23, 2023 8:00am Jan 2023 Edition

WDC Program News

We bring you news about the WDC Program, including 2023 participant fee increases; expanded target date retirement fund choices for keeping your account safe and secure; and new IRS contribution limits.