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March 4, 2025

News and tips for benefits coordinators and HR professionals

UPDATE-express is an ERS publication that provides the latest benefits and processing information to Texas Employees Group Benefits Program (GBP) employers.

Sign in to the Benefits Coordinators Community Group (BCCG) portal to read the articles below in full.

Enter Leave of Absence (LOA) Actions in ERS OnLine by the deadline

If your employee will be off payroll for a whole month, enter the LOA Action by 5 p.m. CT by the 20th day of that month. This will prevent you and your employees from taking extra steps.

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Report payroll adjustments in time to avoid negative balances to a Texa$aver account

Your agency or institution will be responsible for covering any negative balances if you report a participant’s employment separation after 51 days.

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For state agencies only: ERS now accepting candidate nominations for ERS Board of Trustees election

The Employees Retirement System of Texas (ERS) is accepting candidate nominations until March 31 at 5 p.m. CT to fill one of the elected positions on the ERS Board of Trustees.

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You’re the right fit for the Well onTarget Fitness program

Being active is one of the best things you can do for your health. Let your employees know they can join the Well onTarget^® Fitness program with no enrollment fee during March.

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Other reminders

ERS is currently accepting requests for Summer Enrollment fairs until March 21. Find out how to request a fair at your agency or institution.

The next Ask ERS for BCs webinar is on March 31. Register today.

Discount Purchase Program

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Let the Discount Purchase Program help you save money this tax season!

• H&R Block has 20% off online services with free agent help. You can also save $25 for in-person services.
• Take 20% off from TurboxTax services.
• Save 25% by using TaxSlayer.

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

Upcoming Events

Full events calendar

ERS is currently conducting various webinars on retirement and Medicare Preparation. Register today!

Please check the online events calendar for the latest information.

The ERS Buena Vida Podcast (formerly Walk & Talk)

Join us for 20 to 30 minutes of useful and engaging information on a variety of wellness topics.

Wellness events

Visit the wellness calendar.

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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.