The Wisconsin Deferred Compensation Program (WDC) is a supplemental retirement savings program authorized under Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC).
Whether you are a new employee learning about your WRS retirement benefits, a member planning to retire or a retiree, we have the information you need to have a successful retirement.
Mental health is just as important as physical health when it comes to your overall well-being. Learn about mental health resources available through the Group Health Insurance Program and Employee Assistance Programs.
For UWs only: This guide provides an overview of the rules, event, and date triggers that enable a qualifying life event and/or change reason to occur.
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A separation benefit is a one-time lump-sum payment consisting only of employee contributions, additional contributions (if applicable) and accumulated interest.
Information on how Variable Trust Fund participation affects your WRS annuity and adjustments to monthly benefits, and how to cancel your Variable participation.