Choosing benefits for Active Employees
As a State of Texas employee, you earn valuable benefits.
ERS’ health plans can help you and your family live a more healthy and financially secure life.
Retirement Contributions
and Planning
You and the state invest throughout your career for a stable lifetime benefit when you retire.
Life Changes
You can change many of your benefits as your life changes. Learn more about updating your coverage options after marriage, a new child and other life events.
Rates and Forms
- Use the rate calculator to estimate monthly coverage costs.
- Find forms to update your coverage.
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Get inspired to reach this year's health goalsJanuary 11, 2023
Looking to start a healthy habit this year? Get your #fitspo from the staff of TDCJ to improve health, lose weight and lower stress.
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Better late than never for getting a flu shotJanuary 11, 2023
Starting the New Year off right means not fighting a case of the flu. Seasonal flu activity is elevated across the country, but it’s not too late to get vaccinated. Here’s how.
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Deductibles for HealthSelect plans restarted January 1January 11, 2023
On Jan. 1, medical and prescription drug deductibles in the HealthSelectSM plans restarted. Learn more about HealthSelect deductibles.
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Six steps to jumpstart your medical benefitsJanuary 11, 2023
Ever wonder what you can do to get more value from your medical plan? Following this six-step checklist is a great way to make the most of the tools and resources available to you and get the most value from your plan.
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Set a goal for your Blue PointsJanuary 11, 2023
January is the perfect time to set goals for the year. Read about some ways you can set a goal that pushes you to keep your health and wellness resolutions and rewards you for your hard work.