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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Celebrating Women’s Health Week, May 14 – 20May 03, 2023
Mother’s Day marks the beginning of National Women’s Health Week. This week, May 14 – 20, is a great time to remind women about the importance of taking care of their physical and mental health.
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New third-party administrator for HealthSelect Prescription Drug Program beginning Jan. 1, 2024May 03, 2023
Optum Rx will continue to administer prescription drug benefits through Dec. 31, 2023. Stay tuned for more information.
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Term life insurance 101May 03, 2023
Term life insurance helps you prepare for the unexpected with extra financial protection during your working years. Your life insurance benefits help protect your family’s financial future.
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Recognize mental health concerns in your loved onesMay 03, 2023
May is Mental Health Awareness month and a good reminder to check in with your loved ones. Your HealthSelectSM medical plan offers resources and support for mental health issues.
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Your vote matters in the upcoming ERS trustee election! Find out more about the May 11 candidate forum and your options to vote.