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Disability Benefits

If you become disabled while working for a WRS employer, you may be eligible to receive WRS disability benefits that will give you income for the time you are unable to return to work.

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Living Benefits

Living Benefits are the proceeds of your life insurance coverage under the Wisconsin Public Employers Group Life Insurance program that are paid to you while you are still living rather than to your beneficiaries after your death.

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Brochure Active Employee / Retiree

Ombudsperson Services

The ETF ombudsperson staff attempts to resolve questions and issues on behalf of WRS members.

WRS News Online for Employees
Jan 23, 2023 8:00am Jan 2023 Edition

Denson: Managing Volatility Today for Future Success

If you have been following the news over the past year, you don’t need me to tell you the story of the financial markets of 2022. The good news is that strong absolute investment returns in three of the past four years will help mitigate the effects of 2022 trust fund investment performance on upcoming annuity adjustments, as well as lend stability to contribution rate changes in 2024.

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Annuity Payment Options

Use the information provided on this page to choose the retirement benefit payment option that fits you best.

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Employee Reimbursement Accounts Fact Sheet

The Employee Reimbursement Accounts (ERA) Program is an optional benefit that allows participants to use pre-tax dollars to pay for certain Internal Revenue Service-approved expenses.

WRS News Online for Employees
Aug 28, 2023 8:00am Sept 2023 edition

New! Power of Attorney and Guardianship Resources

ETF has new web pages on financial power of attorney documents and guardianship orders. You'll find information and resources on these important topics and how they pertain to WRS benefits.

Separation Benefit

If you leave employment with the WRS before reaching minimum retirement age, you may keep your money with the WRS or take a separation benefit. Learn about the key things to consider before taking a separation benefit.