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.

WRS News Online for Employees
May 1, 2025 4:15pm
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Pre-Tax Savings Change of Administrator

Total Administrative Services Corporation (TASC) will be the new administrator for pre-tax savings accounts programs beginning January 1, 2026.

WRS News Online for Employees
May 1, 2025 4:30pm
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Boards of Trustees: Officer and Member Updates

All five Boards of Trustees that govern ETF recently reelected their respective officers. The Teachers Retirement Board also welcomes two new members representing the UWs and Milwaukee public school

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Your Annual Statement of Benefits

Your WRS Annual Statement of Benefits is your official confirmation from ETF that provides details about your Wisconsin Retirement System account balances. Find out when you receive this important document and why you should keep it in a safe place for future reference.

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How Divorce Affects Your WRS Retirement Benefits for Non-annuitants

Did you know that divorce can affect your WRS retirement benefits? Learn how a domestic relations order can divide your WRS account between you and your ex-spouse. See how this may affect your other WRS benefits and what responsibilities you have to receive and maintain your benefits.

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2 minutes
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Applying for Retirement

A 3 video series describing the process of applying for WRS retirement benefits. It includes how to request a retirement estimates and application, make a retirement appointment with ETF, and filling out and submitting your application.

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13 minutes
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Preparing for Your Retirement

Planning to retire in the next 5 years? Learn about your steps to retire with the WRS. Watch this video at your leisure on demand 24/7.

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11 minutes
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Health Insurance & Pharmacy for Active Employees

Find out how your Group Health Insurance and pharmacy benefits work. This video provides a general overview of your health benefits and how to access your health benefit program information. Watch this video at your leisure on demand 24/7.

Guide to Office Visit Copays

A quick reference for how much you'll pay when you visit the doctor.

Program Option
  • Local Deductible Health Plan (PO14) & Supplemental Benefits
  • Local Deductible Health Plan with Uniform Dental (PO4) & Supplemental Benefits
  • Local Health Plan (PO16) & Supplemental Benefits
  • Local Health Plan with Uniform Dental (PO6) & Supplemental Benefits
  • Local High Deductible Health Plan (PO17) & Supplemental Benefits
  • Local High Deductible Health Plan with Uniform Dental (PO7) & Supplemental Benefits
  • Local Traditional Health Plan (PO12) & Supplemental Benefits
  • Local Traditional Health Plan with Uniform Dental (PO2) & Supplemental Benefits
  • State Employee and Retiree Health Plan & Supplemental Benefits
Plan Year
  • 2025