August News About Your Benefits

Employees Retirement System of Texas sent this bulletin at 08/02/2023 07:35 PM CDT

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August 2, 2023
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Board of Trustees

Greenfield elected to serve on ERS Board of Trustees

State agency retiree Stuart Greenfield won the 2023 Employees Retirement System of Texas (ERS) Board of Trustees election. He will begin his six-year term Sept. 1.

Headlines for the month

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Have you explored EyeMed’s new State of Texas VisionSM website?

The website now has many helpful resources, with more on the way. Check out the new State of Texas website!
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Use your FSA funds and plan year benefits by Aug. 31

The end of the plan year for flexible spending accounts and group benefit plans is Aug. 31, so you have a few more weeks to take advantage of these annual benefits. Don't miss the FSA deadline.
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Set children up for success this school year with healthy vision

While you’re shopping for supplies, don’t miss this important step on the back-to-school list: an eye exam. See the benefits of a vision screening.
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Don't get sidelined by minor injuries

HealthSelectSM medical plan participants have many options for where they get care. The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas 24/7 Nurseline helps you choose.
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Prepare for back-to-school immunizations

Children who don't have their shots are at a higher risk of getting and spreading serious diseases. Add immunizations to your August to-do list.

Events Calendar

Event information may change. Please check the online Events Calendar for the latest information. All times Central Time.

Webinar: Discount Purchase Program Information Session

Aug. 15, 10 a.m.

Aug. 17, 2 p.m.

Webinar: Texa$aver

Aug. 22, 2 p.m.

Aug. 24, 10 a.m.

ERS Board of Trustees Meeting

Aug. 23

Upcoming Closure: Labor Day

Sept. 4

ERS is hiring!

ERS is now uses CAPPS Recruit to post job opportunities and collect applications. If you know someone seeking fulfilling work in a respectful and collaborative environment, with excellent benefits, please refer them to the Careers page on the ERS website.

Discount Purchase Program

administered by BENEPLACE

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Keep up the summer fun by taking advantage of these offers: 

  • 50% off water park tickets nationwide
  • Up to 20% off baseball tickets
  • Up to 30% off select Samsung products

Find these and more on the Discount Purchase Program website.