Employer News
Aug 30, 2021 11:30am

ETF Awards Benefitfocus Insurance Administration System Contract

ETF has selected Benefitfocus as the new insurance administration system. Benefitfocus offers a single, cloud-based solution that personalizes the enrollment experience and streamlines benefits administration for more than 239,000 members.

Employer News
Jan 9, 2024 12:00pm

State ICI Materials Updated

ETF has updated the ICI Program materials for state employers and participants, focused on revision for the consolidation of coverage levels and the new provision regarding UW employees with position in more than one WRS employment category.

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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.

Department News
Sep 25, 2023 2:00pm
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Open Enrollment for Plan Year 2024 is Here

The annual open enrollment period starts today! Group Health Insurance Program members can make health benefits changes effective January 1, 2024. Make the most of it – this is your opportunity to switch to another plan design or add supplemental benefits.

Employer News
Jun 8, 2022 12:00am

State ICI Premium Rates Reduced for 2023

The Group Insurance Board has approved lowering the state income continuation insurance (ICI) premium rates 20% for the 2023 calendar year.

Employer News
Jun 7, 2023 12:00am

State ICI Premium Rates Reduced for 2024

The Group Insurance Board has approved lowering the state income continuation insurance (ICI) premium rates 10% for the 2024 calendar year.

Employer News
Jun 6, 2024 12:00am

State ICI Premium Rates Reduced for 2025

The Group Insurance Board has approved lowering the state income continuation insurance (ICI) premium rates 10%, effective April 1, 2025.

Employer News
Jun 10, 2021 12:00am

State ICI Premium Rates Reduced for 2022

The Group Insurance Board has approved lowering the state income continuation insurance (ICI) premium rates 50% for the 2022 calendar year.