December 2024 Featured Articles

December 2024 Articles

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Announcements

December 2024

New Counseling Center Opens; Find Rates and Financial Reporting Data

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Get Ready – Transition to Voya Begins Later This Month

December 2024

Learn how to remit contributions and navigate Voya PayCloud by attending an online training session this month.

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December 16 Is Deadline for Voluntary Contribution Changes

December 2024

December 16 is also the last day for members to make contribution changes before the transition to Voya.

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Actuarial Valuations: Political Subdivision Plans’ Funded Status Held Steady in FY 2024

December 2024

The aggregate funded status for all plans rose to 89% as of June 30, up a percentage point from the previous year.

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New to Administering VRS Benefits? This Webinar Series Answers Your Questions

December 2024

Four-part online seminar provides an overview of VRS benefits and counseling points for members.

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Use the VRS Member Guide to Streamline Employee Orientation

December 2024

Quick-reference guide explains VRS plan information in simple terms with action steps for employees.

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IRS Increases 2025 Limits for Tax-Deferred Saving

December 2024

The annual limit applies to hybrid voluntary contributions, other 457 plans and after-tax and pretax Roth contributions.

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Pass Along These Holiday-Budgeting Tips to Employees

December 2024

Help employees reduce financial stress. Point them to myVRS Financial Wellness for budgeting tips for the holiday season.

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Your Turn to Ask

December 2024

What is the VRS-901 (Durable Power of Attorney) and why should members complete one?

Announcements
Financial Reporting
Employer Training
Member Education
Forms
Your Turn to Ask
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