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Brochure Retiree

Information for Retirees

This brochure includes information for retirees about who may access your WRS account, payments, taxes and more.

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.

Department News
Aug 14, 2024 5:00pm
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GIB Reviews Healthcare Trends, Drug Coverage

The Group Insurance Board today reviewed trends in healthcare market consolidation and the impacts on the State of Wisconsin Group Health Insurance Program. The Board also discussed approaches for the coverage of weight-loss drugs.

Who is Eligible

Find out when you qualify for conversion of your sick leave credits, including the different options depending on the age you terminate state employment.

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May 1, 2024 3:00pm Newsletter Retiree

WRS News - May 2024

Cover feature: A Closer Look at WRS Retirees' Impact in Wisconsin's Communities and Economy

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Form Active Employee / Retiree

Medicare Enrollment for Retiring Employees

The following information is for employees who will retire in the next three months and will be transitioning into Medicare under the State or the Wisconsin Public Employers Group Health Insurance Programs.

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Form Active Employee / Retiree

Sick Leave Escrow Application

Apply to escrow your sick leave credits, if eligible. To escrow means to preserve or bank your sick leave credits for use at a later date.