With Scott and White Care Plans (SWCP) and Community First Health Plans (CFHP) no longer be a part of the Texas Employees Group Benefits Program (GBP)  starting September 1,  plan participants will want to take note of what happens next.

If you’re enrolled in State of Texas Vision, the clock is ticking for you to use your Plan Year 2021 benefits. Don’t let your benefits pass you by!

As of May 1, participants in the Texa$aver^SM 401(k) / 457 Program pay a flat monthly administrative fee, instead of a fee based on their account balance. Accountholders also have a new investment option in the program’s core fund lineup. 

Did you hear? New hearing health benefits are among the Extra Benefits available to HealthSelect^SM Medicare Advantage participants. Learn more about them.

You got your shot? That's good news, but be careful about how you share that news with others, especially online. Read how to protect your personal health information from COVID-related scams.

Whether it’s been a few months or several years since you retired, you may have some questions about this important benefit. See a few reminders.
 

Scott and White Care Plans (SWCP) and Community First Health Plans (CFHP) will no longer be offered in the Texas Employees Group Benefits Program (GBP) starting September 1. Learn why this change is happening.
 

Stabilizing the ERS Trust Fund continues to be a top priority, and ERS will continue to keep lawmakers, employees and retirees informed about the importance of making the Fund healthy again.
 

ERS encourages retirees to get a COVID-19 vaccine when they can. It’s fully covered by your health plan—you’ll pay nothing out of pocket. View information and resources to learn about the vaccine and its availability. 
 

The ERS Board of Trustees provides important oversight to state employee benefit programs. You can help decide who fills this important role.