Employer News
Jun 23, 2021 12:00pm

Sick-Leave Eligible Retirees and the COBRA ARPA Subsidy

The American Rescue Plan Act (ARP) provides for temporary 100% COBRA premium subsidies for eligible former employees who suffered an involuntary job loss, and for current or former employees who have suffered a reduction in hours that made them COBRA-eligible. A member might qualify both to use their sick leave in retirement and for the COBRA subsidy.

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

Todd Mattina Named Head Economist, Asset & Risk Allocation CIO

Todd Mattina is SWIB’s new Head Economist, Asset & Risk Allocation Chief Investment Officer. Mattina will be responsible for taking a broad view of economic conditions in developing, recommending, and implementing SWIB’s asset allocation for the fully funded WRS.

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Retirement Estimate Request

Complete to request a retirement estimate once you are within 12 months of your anticipated termination date.

Department News
Nov 15, 2023 4:15pm

GIB Focuses on Program Affordability and Sustainability

The Group Insurance Board today discussed initiatives that would support program affordability for members, program innovation, and the overall sustainability of the State of Wisconsin Group Health Insurance Program. The Board also approved the release of several requests for proposal.

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

Changes Coming to ICI Program for State and Local Employees

The GIB approved changes to simplify the Income Continuation Insurance Program for employees and streamline program administration. Consider enrolling in ICI. 2023 premiums are $0 for local employees and being reduced by 20% for state employees.

Employer News
Jan 19, 2022 9:00am

2022 Well Wisconsin Program

The Well Wisconsin program is available to subscribers and spouses enrolled in the Group Health Insurance Program via a partnership with WebMD. Participants can earn a taxable $150 gift card by completing a health check, health assessment, and well-being activity.