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.

Employer News
May 12, 2023 12:00pm

May 2023 Well Wisconsin Updates

Let your employees know that Well Wisconsin is available on the go with the mobile app, and health coaches are here to support them in reaching their health goals.

It's Your Choice: Health and Wellness News
May 16, 2023 12:00pm

Mental Health and Well Wisconsin Resources

May is Mental Health Awareness month. Learn about mental health resources available to you through the Group Health Insurance Program and Employee Assistance Programs through this new Mental Health Resources page.

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Accessing Your Health Benefits While Out of State

This document for State, UW and Local retirees describes the health plans that offer out-of-state coverage for routine care and what to expect while you're out of network.

Employer News
Jun 3, 2022 10:30am

WEA Trust to Exit Group Health Insurance Program

WEA Trust announced on June 1, 2022, that they will no longer offer health insurance after this year. All current WEA Trust network areas and offerings will no longer be available to members as of January 1, 2023.

Department News
Jul 27, 2023 11:00am

GIB Reviews Preliminary Rates for 2024

The Group Insurance Board yesterday received an update on preliminary rate setting for the Group Health Insurance Program, amid rising health benefit costs. The Board also voted against offering a new pharmacy cost-savings program in 2024 and addressed other business.