News About Your Benefits for August 2022

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Aug. 3, 2022

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HealthSelect participants: Plan Year 2023 starting soon

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The start of the new plan year is just around the corner for HealthSelectSM medical plan participants. Learn what’s changing for your medical benefits and helpful tips that could save you money on health care.

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Reminder: You still have time to spend your Plan Year 2022 TexFlex funds

It’s almost the start of a new plan year. If you contributed to a TexFlexSM flexible spending account (FSA) in Plan Year 2022 and did not use all of your funds, you still have time. Learn claims deadlines and how to check your TexFlex FSA balance.

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Learn how to retire in style

Texa$aver webinars available in August

It is never too early or too late to start saving for retirement. ERS webinars for the Texa$averSM 401(k) / 457 Program have the information you need. Find out upcoming Texa$aver webinar dates and how to register.

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Got federal student loan debt?

Trellis answers your questions about the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Trellis Company can help answer questions about the program. Read to see who is eligible for the program and how to get more information.

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Proposed changes to ERS rules at August 24 Board meeting

The proposed amendments, all related to the upcoming Group 4 retirement benefit, will be presented at the August 24 ERS Board of Trustees meeting.

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Here’s what you need to know about 988, the new mental health crisis hotline

The new three-digit code is a direct line for people experiencing mental health distress to seek help from trained counselors.

Events Calendar

Some of these events may be full. You can put your name on a waiting list on the Events Calendar page or sign up for another session.

Please note: Event information may change. Please check the online Events Calendar for the latest information.


Ask ERS

August 4, 11-11:30 a.m. CT

Am I eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program? Ask the experts at Trellis

August 8, 11 a.m. - noon CT

August 18, 10-11 a.m. CT

Discount Purchase Program Information Session

August 9, 10-11 a.m. CT

August 11, 2-3 p.m. CT

Texa$aver Information Session

August 9, 2-3 p.m. CT

August 12, 10-11 a.m. CT

Ready, Set, Retire! for Regular Service employees – Groups 1, 2 and 3

August 10, 10-11:30 a.m. CT

Ready, Set, Retire! for Higher Education Institution employees

August 16, 2-3:30 p.m. CT

Ready, Set, Retire! for Certified Peace Officers and Custodial Officers

August 17, 12-1:30 p.m. CT

Ready, Set, Retire! for Regular Service employees – Group 1

August 25, 10-11:30 a.m. CT

Ready, Set, Retire! for Regular Service employees – Group 2

August 25, 2-3:30 p.m. CT

August Board meeting

August 24

Wellness Events

Visit the Wellness Calendar.

ERS is Hiring!

ERS is hiring great employees for a variety of positions. If you know someone seeking fulfilling work in a respectful and collaborative environment, with excellent benefits, please refer them to the Careers page of the ERS website.


Discount Purchase Program

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Make the most of the last weeks of summer by taking advantage of the Discount Purchase Program with these offers:

  • Enjoy the thrills at Six Flags theme and water parks nationwide without paying scary ticket prices. Get exclusive savings on park tickets and experience fun for the whole family!
  • See the hottest new movies with significant savings at AMC, Regal and more theaters across the US.
  • Save up to 30% on Samsung products like QLED Smart 4K UHD TVs, soundbars, phones, laptops, Chromebooks, tablets, smart watches and more.

Find these new offers and more on the Discount Purchase Program website.