Social Security

Information for employers about being covered by a Section 218 agreement and supplying Social Security Coverage for some or all of their employees.

Wisconsin's 218 Agreement with Social Security

All employers that wish to take part in the Wisconsin Retirement System must join and be covered by a Section 218 Agreement, which is an agreement between the state and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to provide Social Security coverage for state and local government employees.

Employer News
Dec 16, 2024 8:00am

Social Security Wage Base Set to Increase for 2025

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. 

Social Media Comment Moderation Policy

The Department of Employee Trust Funds social media sites serve as a limited public forum and all content published is monitored. ETF offers its social media sites to provide informative and interactive communications channels for sharing important Wisconsin Retirement System-related news and information with members, beneficiaries, and annuitants, the general public, and other stakeholders.

Woman looking at her finances

Financial Security Planning for Women

Looking at the financial issues that women face may seem daunting, but there are steps you can take and resources to help you plan your way to a secure financial future.

Security Health Plan

Major Health Systems
  • Marshfield Clinic Health System
Full Service Areas
  • Barron County
  • Chippewa County
  • Clark County
  • Eau Claire County
  • Lincoln County
  • Marathon County
  • Oneida County
  • Portage County
  • Price County
  • Rusk County
  • Vilas County
  • Wood County
Limited Service Areas
  • Taylor County
Department News
Jul 14, 2025 12:00pm
Wisconsin Deferred Compensation Program

Enroll in the WDC for a Secure Retirement

The Wisconsin Deferred Compensation Program will host 30-minute webinars this July for non-retired WRS members wanting to enroll in the WDC.