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

How SWIB Uses the WRS Actuaries and Stress Testing to Plan for the Future

Learning from the past and preparing for what the future may bring plays a key role in making sure the WRS remains healthy. Learn how SWIB partners with independent actuaries and uses stress testing to help design a successful investment strategy.

Department News
Mar 8, 2023 11:00am

ETF Announces Annual Annuity Adjustments

ETF today announced annuity adjustments for Wisconsin Retirement System retirees. The Core annuity adjustment is 1.6% and the Variable annuity adjustment is -21% (a decrease).

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Form Active Employee

Additional Contributions Remittance

If you choose to make voluntary additional employee paid contributions, complete and return this form with your payment.

Opt Out of Medical Benefits

Employees may be eligible to receive up to $2,000 if opting out of State Group Health Insurance Coverage

Program Option
  • State Employee and Retiree Health Plan & Supplemental Benefits
Webinar
Jul 23, 2024 5:30pm Event Open

Summer Series: Core Strength

This low impact class will help to lay the foundation for overall strength, stability and balance by challenging and strengthening the core, hips and glutes. Designed for all fitness levels, this class will challenge both beginners and fitness enthusiasts. Join us during this Well Wisconsin virtual class provided by WebMD.

Webinar
Aug 21, 2024 8:00am Event Open

Summer Series: Yin Yoga

In this gratifying and restorative form of Yoga, we’ll move slowly and deeply into each pose—and hold for several minutes. This class is designed for all fitness levels and for anyone interested in increasing their range of motion, improving hip mobility and practicing balanced breathing. Join us during this Well Wisconsin virtual class provided by WebMD.

Department News
Feb 22, 2023 3:00pm

GIB Authorizes Negotiation of Wellness Contracts

GIB approves the issuance of a letter of intent to award contract(s) to WebMD for administering the Well Wisconsin Program, including well-being, mental health, and chronic condition management; reviews initiatives based on Healthcare Triple Aim guiding principles; sets the 2024 open enrollment period; and more.

HSA Eligible Expenses

An eligible expense is a health care service, treatment, or item the IRS states can be paid for without taxes. Eligible expenses can be incurred by you, your spouse, or qualified dependents. The Health Savings Account (HSA) can only be used to pay for eligible medical expenses incurred after your HSA was established.

Program Option
  • State Employee and Retiree Health Plan & Supplemental Benefits
Plan Year
  • 2024