Video
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.

Video
2 minutes
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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.

Video
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.

Department News
Apr 8, 2024 9:00am
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2024 Statement of Benefits Distribution Underway

ETF has started distributing the WRS Annual Statement of Benefits to members. The statement is a non-retired members' once-a-year summary of their retirement account information.

WRS News Online for Employees
Jan 31, 2024 4:00pm Jan 2024 Edition
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Deferred Compensation Fees Reduced for 2024

Effective Jan. 1, 2024, administrative fees paid by participants of the Wisconsin Deferred Compensation Program (WDC) will decrease by an average of 40% as recently approved by the Deferred Compensation Board.

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.

Webinar
Jan 18, 2024 12:00pm Event Open

Move for a Million: Exercises for All

Get inspiration for movement in this Well Wisconsin webinar as we look at the benefits of physical activity, recommendations and exercises for all age groups. We'll also explore movement recommendations for people with chronic conditions or disabilities, and for people recovering from injury. Get ideas for moving your way with real-life scenarios.