WRS News Online for Employees
Jan 31, 2024 5:30pm Jan 2024 Edition
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Effective Rates of Interest Projected to Increase in 2024

Based on positive preliminary figures of 2023 investment performance, ETF projects that employees’ effective rates of interest will increase for both Core and Variable Funds this year.

Employer News
Sep 3, 2024 8:00am

Browser Requirements for Online Payments

Next month, the online payment system will only work with certain browsers because of infrastructure improvements U.S. Bank is making to enhance security.

Department News
Apr 7, 2025 3:00pm
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2025 Statement of Benefits Now Online

Non-retirees may now view, download, and print their 2025 WRS Annual Statement of Benefits online. This is in addition to receiving a mailed statement, which ETF has started distributing this month.

Employer News
Nov 26, 2024 8:00am

2024 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
Jun 26, 2025 4:00pm

ETF Board Approves 2026 WRS Contribution Rates

The ETF Board approved WRS contribution rates for 2026, including rates for Wis. Stat. § 40.65 protective occupation duty disability and the Wisconsin Sick Leave Credit Conversion programs.