Category: Benefits

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New COLA, Hazardous Duty Supplement Effective July 1

Summer 2025

See how benefit adjustments to assist with rising costs will change your August 1 payment.

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Support Your Loved Ones by Getting Organized

Summer 2025

Update your beneficiaries and organize documents now to ensure your wishes are followed later.

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News and Announcements

Winter 2024

Tax Season Reminders; Changing Your Survivor Option; HELPS Eligibility Reminder

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Know When to Expect Your Payment

Winter 2024

Note the latest dates for your monthly benefit.

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New COLA Effective July 1

Summer 2024

Eligible retirees will receive a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in August.

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Direct Deposit Schedule

Winter 2023

Note the dates for your retirement benefit payments.

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Women in Retirement: Build Financial Resilience With These Strategies

Winter 2023

Women face unique challenges in retirement. Learn how VRS services and other resources can help.

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How Divorce Can Affect Your Retirement Benefits

Winter 2023

Your benefit payout option and the amount of your benefit may be affected.

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Direct Deposit Schedule Update

Summer 2023

Important update to your direct deposit schedule for December.