Department News
Nov 20, 2023 8:00am

Office Closure - Thanksgiving 2023

The Department of Employee Trust Funds, including all customer service phone lines, will be closed for business on Thursday, November 23, due to the Thanksgiving Day holiday. ETF’s customer service call center staff will be available beginning at 7:00 a.m. on Friday, November 24.

Department News
Nov 15, 2023 4:15pm

GIB Focuses on Program Affordability and Sustainability

The Group Insurance Board today discussed initiatives that would support program affordability for members, program innovation, and the overall sustainability of the State of Wisconsin Group Health Insurance Program. The Board also approved the release of several requests for proposal.

Employer News
Nov 10, 2023 8:00am

2024 Accident Plan Premiums Updated

Securian has reduced the Accident Plan “Individual and Child(ren)” and the “Family” premiums by $0.01 per month to make biweekly payroll deduction easier.

Employer News
Nov 9, 2023 8:00am

WPE Life, Health Insurance Manuals Updated

ETF has updated How to Join the Wisconsin Public Employers Group Health Insurance Program (ET-1139) and How to Become a Participating Employer Under the Wisconsin Public Employer's Group Life Insurance Program (ET-1107). Please disregard any previous versions.

Department News
Nov 7, 2023 4:00pm
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Webinar: Your Steppingstones to Retirement

Attend this webinar on November 15 to learn how your Social Security, WRS pension, and deferred compensation savings account can bring you closer to a secure financial retirement.

Department News
Nov 1, 2023 8:00am
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2023 Year-End Deadlines Coming Soon

If you're a member of the WRS, consider taking the following actions soon to increase your pension or make other changes by year-end deadlines.