Retiree Benefits
As an eligible State of Texas retiree, you have access to valuable benefits you earned through years of service to the state.
Health Benefits
ERS’ health plans can help you and your family live a more healthy and financially secure life.
Are you eligible for Medicare, or becoming eligible soon? Learn how your state health benefits work with Medicare.
My ERS Retirement
Your stable lifetime annuity payments are the result of your and the state’s contributions throughout your career, and ERS’ sound investment of those contributions.
Optional Add-on Benefits
As a retiree, you still have access to optional benefits that provide additional security and savings. But your options are different from when you were an active employee.
Upcoming Webinars
Learn how Medicare works with your state health benefits or explore wellness topics.Life Changes
Notify ERS as soon as possible when you experience life changes such as marriage, divorce, death, Medicare eligibility or children getting their own coverage. There are possible benefits and coverage options available to you as a result of these types of life changes.
Rates and Forms
- View rate sheets.
- Find forms to update your coverage.
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ERS annuity basicsWhether 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.March 08, 2021
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HMO plans no longer offered starting Sept. 1Scott 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.March 08, 2021
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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.
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Resources and information about the COVID-19 vaccineERS 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.March 08, 2021
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Cast your vote for the new ERS trusteeThe ERS Board of Trustees provides important oversight to state employee benefit programs. You can help decide who fills this important role.March 08, 2021