Your ERS Connection - summer issue

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Summer 2019  •  Volume 24  •  Number 2
your e r s connection - discussing retiree benefits and other news
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Have no fear, Summer Enrollment is here!

Summer Enrollment-ERS

The 2019 Summer Enrollment phase for retirees not enrolled in Medicare will run from Monday, July 15 to Friday, July 26. You can make benefit changes during this time.

Remember, if you want to make benefits changes for your dependents, you must do so during the same enrollment period as yours.

Learn more about Summer Enrollment >>

Headlines From the Quarter

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Age Well Live Well

Being engaged and connected to your community benefits everyone, but it can be a challenge for people who might have limited transportation options, are living alone or have a physical disability. Discover volunteer, lifelong learning or recreation activities >>

Executive Director’s Corner

Living in the so-called “Information Age” can be a mixed blessing. It’s wonderful to have easy and even instant access to whatever news, fact or opinion you want. Learn various ways to connect with ERS >>
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New administrator for dental PPO, new DHMO for Plan Year 2020

Delta Dental will become the third-party administrator (TPA) of the State of Texas Dental Choice PlanSM preferred provider organization (PPO). Learn more about the new Dental PPO and DHMO >>
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Board of Trustees election update

By the time many of you read this, voting in the 2019 ERS Board of Trustees election may have closed. If you’re reading this before June 14, are eligible to vote and haven’t voted yet, you still have a chance to mail your ballot or vote electronically >>

 
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Staying Connected fairs

ERS retirees are invited to join us for the 2019 Staying Connected retiree fairs. Learn about this year's theme and featured speakers >>

 
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Is that really you, ERS?

ERS has gotten a few reports from members who were called or visited by someone claiming to be with the State of Texas or ERS,wanting to discuss their retirement accounts.
The real ERS would like to remind you of the ways we usually contact members, and how to protect yourself against scams >>
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Focus on retirement funding in 86th Legislature

We spent the past several months educating lawmakers about the need for more funding for ERS retirement benefits. Continue reading to learn more >>
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Texa$aver Program administrative fee change

The ERS Board of Trustees approved changes to the Texa$averSM 401(k) / 457 Program’s tiered fee structure, effective May 1, 2019. Most Texa$aver participants won’t see any changes to the fees they pay as a result of the fee change. Read more about the fee change >>
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Don't sideline your workout this summer, take it inside

Don’t let the dog days of summer make you bench your workout. If you are looking to get fit and join a gym, the Texas Employees Group Benefits Program (GBP) might have a fitness program for you. Find a fitness program right for you >>

Reminders

Moving?

Be sure to notify ERS to update your address and other contact information More>>

Discount Purchase Program

Save big this summer with travel offers, auto loans, electronics and more. Find out more about your Discount Purchase Program >>

Annuity Payments

  • June 28, 2019
  • July 31, 2019
  • August 30, 2019
  • September 30, 2019

Visit Manage Your Annuity Payments page to manage your annuity payments, change tax withholding and personal information, and more >>

Events Calendar

Wellness events

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Medicare Preparation Webinars

Summer Enrollment

ERS and plan administrators travel to Summer Enrollment fairs around the state to help you make informed decisions about your benefits. You may attend any fair or presentation—you aren't limited to those at your agency or institution. You can also join one of our Summer Enrollment webinars. All events are free and open to all participants.

Unless otherwise noted:

  • All fairs are from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. CT
  • The Summer Enrollment presentation for each fair starts at 10:30 a.m. CT

To sign up for a webinar, go to the Summer Enrollment Events calendar and find the webinar you want to attend. Click on the link to register.

See the Summer Enrollment schedule.

For more details on these and other upcoming events visit the ERS events calendar.

Note: Events are subject to change.