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Jan. 8, 2025

Member story: Jennifer Thompson and the gift of mental health self-care

This new year, be inspired by Jennifer’s story of finding a fresh start through yoga and mental health care. She uses the Texas Employees Group Benefits Program (GBP) to help maintain her mental health.

5-minute read

Texa$aver contribution limits change in 2025  

Every year, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announces retirement plan contribution limits for the upcoming tax year. Here are the new limits for Texa$aver^SM 401(k) / 457 Program participants.

2-minute read

Changes to prescription mail-order policies may impact your medication  

The HealthSelect^SM Prescription Drug Program’s mail service soon will focus mainly on longer-supply prescriptions. You have options for shorter supplies. 

1-minute read

HealthSelect medical plan participants no longer need a referral to see a dermatologist

Good news! Participants in the HealthSelect of Texas^® plan no longer need to get a referral to get services from an in-network dermatologist.  

1-minute read

Help relieve pain, move more freely

Try Hinge Health

This program can help treat joint and muscle pain and get you moving. 

Learn more.

2025 election for ERS Board of Trustees position

Call for nominations

Starting March 3, you can nominate an eligible candidate. 

Read how.

Thrive by Design: Fresh start, new habits! webinar

Jan. 18, 10 a.m. CT

Build strong habits to set the foundation for a fulfilling year.

Register for webinar.

Discount Purchase Program

administered by BENEPLACE

New year, new deals!
Make your New Year’s resolutions more affordable with amazing discounts.

• Save up to 30% on an Aura Health mindfulness subscription
• Up to $1,500 onboard credit on cruises
• Get up to 40% off new Nike markdowns

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

Upcoming Events

• Jan. 14, Ready, Set, Retire! for regular service employees, 10:30 a.m.
• Jan. 15, Medicare Preparation, 11 a.m.
• Jan.15, Ready, Set, Retire! for higher education institutions, 6 p.m.
• Jan. 20, ERS Closure (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day)

View all events. All events are webinars unless specified. All times Central.

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Have questions about your coverage or a claim? Find plan administrator contact information in the Program Directory. For other questions or issues, please use the Contact ERS form.