WRS News Online for Employees
Jan 31, 2024 4:00pm Jan 2024 Edition
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ETF Governing Boards Welcome New Members

A staff from the Madison Area Technical College joins the ETF Board, while a Sheboygan County Board of Supervisor becomes the newest member of the Wisconsin Retirement Board. The Teachers Retirement Board also welcomes new members.

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Accumulated Sick Leave Credit Program

Find out how this program allows state employees to convert unused sick leave to credits to pay for health insurance during retirement, including pharmacy and optional Uniform Dental benefits.

Department News
Mar 12, 2025 4:00pm
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GIB Approves Benefit Changes for 2026

Today, the Group Insurance Board approved benefit changes for plan year 2026. In addition, the Board decided to not adjust cost-sharing for any of the Group Health Insurance Program plan designs offered.

Health and Wellness News
May 15, 2025 11:00am
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Well Wisconsin Program 2025

Subscribers and spouses under the ETF-administered health insurance can earn a $150 prepaid card for completing a quick health assessment, health check, and well-being activity by Oct. 17.

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Living in Retirement

Enjoy the comfortable retirement you've planned and earned. Stay informed about your WRS benefits with topics from annuity adjustments to health insurance to wellness.

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WRS Retirement Benefits Calculator

This WRS Retirement Benefits Calculator is a tool that can give you an unofficial estimate of your benefit as you plan for retirement. Contact ETF for your official estimate and application 6-12 months before you plan to apply for benefits.