Category: Benefits

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Announcements

February 2023

Informational actuarial valuations are coming soon for political subdivisions.

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Announcements

January 2023

Political subdivisions: Contact VRS if looking to offer hazardous duty coverage. If you are considering adding enhanced hazard...

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LODA Fund Premiums Set to Increase in FY24

January 2023

At its November meeting, the VRS Board of Trustees approved an increase to the premium for the Line of Duty Death and Health Be...

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LODA Fund Premiums Set to Increase in FY 2024

December 2022

At its November meeting, the VRS Board of Trustees approved an increase to the premium for the Line of Duty Death and Health...

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State Retiree and LTD Health Benefits Go Online: Know the Steps in Cardinal

November 2022

The sign-up process for the health insurance plan has changed for retiring state employees and those on long-term disability...

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Quick Tips for Reviewing and Reconciling Monthly Snapshots

November 2022

Every month, you generate snapshots of your agency’s current employee population in myVRS Navigator and schedule payments for...

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Actuarial Review Outlines Key Improvements in State and Teacher Plans

November 2022

This past fiscal year saw improvements in the health of the five statewide pension plans and other post-employment benefit...

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Three Ways You Can Help Employees Build a Secure Future

October 2022

This October, National Retirement Security Month affords you an opportunity to reengage with employees about their future...

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Benefit Administrators: Get Up to Speed on VRS Benefits With This Training

October 2022

There is a lot to know when counseling employees about their VRS benefits, especially if you're new to your job. VRS is here to...