The State of Wisconsin Group Health Insurance Program (GHIP) provides uniform health benefits to both state agencies and local government entities. Nearly a dozen health plans participate in the GHIP providing coverage to nearly one-quarter million lives.
This page contains information for health plans interested in joining the GHIP. All health plans must apply to join the program. Here you will find access the application, additional resources, and more information on the application process.
ETF Budget and Management Director Tarna Hunter recaps three bills passed by the State Senate and Assembly that affect ETF and the benefit programs it administers, after the Legislature concluded the 2023-2024 Regular Session in March 2024.
Learn about our Insurance Help page, how to contact Health Plan and Vendors, additional benefits from Delta Dental, and other mental health support programs.
ETF provides updated Social Security and Medicare wage bases for 2025. This information applies to all WRS employers and all other public employers in Wisconsin that provide Social Security coverage for their employees under Wisconsin’s Section 218 Agreement.
The WRS is a pension plan that is open to any public employer as defined by Wis. Stat. § 40.02(28). All employers joining the WRS must be covered by Wisconsin’s Section 218 Agreement with the SSA. The WRS is intended to provide a lifetime annuity to members who are vested and have reached minimum retirement age.
Submit your Well Wisconsin Award nominations and wellness grant applications. Help promote new classes and events and share updated program information.
Promote upcoming Well Wisconsin events and snowshoeing workshops, learn more about being an employer champion for Well Wisconsin, and sign up for the annual Well Wisconsin Awards Ceremony (it’s your last chance to sign up!).
