Death Benefits

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.

Local Employer / State Employer

Annual Reporting Account Update Instructions

Directions for employers to report their annual reconciliation through the Account Update Application by manually entering an annual transaction for every WRS-eligible employee at your employer.

Designate a Beneficiary

Make sure ETF knows who you want to receive your WRS assets upon your death by keeping your beneficiary designation up-to-date.

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Brochure Active Employee / Retiree

Ombudsperson Services

The ETF ombudsperson staff attempts to resolve questions and issues on behalf of WRS members.