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Legislative Update 2019
During the legislative session, TRS posts legislative updates from the Georgia General Assembly that may affect the teachers pension system. Pending legislation is sponsored by members of the Georgia House or Senate, and does not become law until the Governor signs the bill. TRS does not draft or lobby for/against any legislation.
Published: February 25, 2019
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Wilcox County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: January 1, 2023
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Union County
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Published: January 9, 2022
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Berrien County
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Published: November 15, 2022
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Pierce County
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Published: March 19, 2023
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Macon County (Virtual)
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Published: December 4, 2023
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Dalton State College
Tags: Mid-Career
Published: January 21, 2024
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Lumpkin County Schools
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Published: October 8, 2021
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Troup County Schools
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Published: October 8, 2021
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Dekalb County Schools
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Published: October 8, 2021
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Jones County Schools
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Published: October 8, 2021
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Fannin County
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Published: October 8, 2021
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Elbert County
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Published: October 8, 2021
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Oglethorpe County
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Published: October 8, 2021
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Catoosa County (Virtual)
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Published: October 8, 2021
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FY 2020 Salary Limit & FY 2021 Contribution Rate Memo
In its annual meeting on May 15, 2019, the TRS Board of Trustees adopted maximum salary increases for fiscal year 2020 along with the employee and employer contribution rates for fiscal year 2021.
Published: May 29, 2019
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Death of a Retiree
Upon the death of a retiree, TRS should be contacted as soon as possible (404-352-6500 or 800-352-0650), with the following information
Tags: Retiree
Published: September 28, 2021
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Air Time
If you have at least 25 years of service credit, you may purchase up to 3 years of additional service credit at retirement. Air time service can only be purchased at the time you apply for retirement.
Tags: Mid-Career, Pre-Retirement
Published: October 6, 2021
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Contribution Rates
TRS employer and employee contribution rates from fiscal year 1980 to present
Published: October 6, 2021
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Historical Rates
Employer & Member Contribution Rates & IRS Salary Limits
Published: October 6, 2021
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Board Meeting Minutes
The TRS Board of Trustees meet six times a year at the TRS office in Atlanta. Meeting minutes for items discussed during open session are provided below:
Published: September 18, 2021
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Publications
Review our annual reports, actuarial valuations and miscellaneous publications.
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement, Retiree
Published: September 30, 2021
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State of Georgia Employment
If you were previously a member of the Employees’ Retirement System of Georgia (ERS) and withdrew your funds, you may establish this service with TRS. You are eligible to purchase your ERS withdrawn service after you have completed the required number of years of active TRS membership.
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement
Published: October 6, 2021
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GASB 68 Actuary Reports
Published: October 6, 2021
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Forms
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Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement, Retiree
Published: August 26, 2021
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Mr. Steve McCoy
Steve McCoy is the Georgia State Treasurer. The Treasurer serves as cash management officer for Georgia on behalf of the State Depository Board responsible for managing over $30 billion of state and local government investments
Published: September 18, 2021
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GASB 68 Audit Reports
Published: October 6, 2021
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Ms. Miriam Shook
Published: July 25, 2022
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Confidentiality Policy
At the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS), we are committed to honoring the privacy of our members. In an effort to protect our members, we adhere to a strict policy regarding the release of confidential information. The TRS Confidentiality Policy helps to ensure that the release of personal information to a third party is authorized by the member or a properly executed power of attorney or guardian.
Published: August 27, 2021
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Retiree Events
We have created a workshop aimed at keeping you informed throughout your retirement, including information about what’s new at TRS, membership statistics, a financial update, as well as any legislation that may affect you.
Tags: Retiree
Published: August 31, 2021
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Hosting a TRS Event
Planning for retirement needs to be a priority for our members—the earlier they start, the better off they will be!
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement, Retiree
Published: August 31, 2021
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Dr. William G. Sloan, Jr.
Dr. Sloan has been the Executive Director of the Georgia Retired Educators Association since 2005. He retired in 2005 after serving as principal of East Hall High School for more than 17 years.
Published: September 18, 2021
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Partial Lump Sum Option Plan (PLOP)
At retirement, in addition to selecting Plan A (maximum plan) or Plan B (survivorship plan), you may also elect to receive a one time lump-sum distribution (cash payment) in addition to your monthly retirement benefit.
Published: September 18, 2021
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2021 Retiree Underwithheld Federal Income Tax Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
If you are a TRS retiree with federal income tax withholding for January and February that was lower than the appropriate amount for your monthly benefit, please refer to the frequently asked questions below to find answers about the issue and resources available to you.
Tags: Retiree
Published: September 28, 2021
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Start Retirement Planning
The short answer is now! If you are already asking yourself questions about preparing for your financial future, it’s time to start planning!
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement
Published: September 28, 2021
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Social Security Offset
Your TRS retirement benefit is not reduced, or affected in any way, by a benefit you are eligible to receive from the Social Security Administration (SSA).
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: October 5, 2021
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Member Account Information Requests
At the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS), we are committed to honoring the privacy of our customers. In an effort to protect our members, we have tightened our policy regarding the release of confidential information.
Published: October 6, 2021
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Preparing Your Employees For Retirement
In an effort to assist your employees, TRS has developed a list of things you can do to help ease the retirement process-for both of you.
Published: October 7, 2021
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PBI Data Breach
Published: July 10, 2023
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Board of Trustees' Sets:
In its annual meeting held today, May 11, 2022, the Board of Trustees adopted the following maximum IRS Salary Limits that can be used by the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) to compute a member’s highest two-year average salary
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement, Retiree
Published: May 10, 2023
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Board Meetings
Regular meetings are held by the TRS Board of Trustees bi-monthly on the fourth Wednesday of January, March, May, July, September and November of each year, or on such other dates as the Board shall decide.
Published: September 18, 2021
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Mr. Greg S. Griffin
Mr. Griffin currently serves as the State Auditor of Georgia. He was appointed to that position by Governor Nathan Deal.
Published: September 18, 2021
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Welcome, Active Members!
TRS administers the fund from which teachers in the state’s public schools, many employees of the University System of Georgia, and certain other designated employees in educational-related work environments receive retirement benefits.
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement
Published: September 20, 2021
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Eligibility for Retirement
You are eligible to retire ‘penalty free’ under the following conditions: Completion of 30 years of creditable service – regardless of your age; or Completion of 10 years of creditable service, and be age 60 or older.
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: September 27, 2021
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Unused Sick Leave Credit at Retirement
At retirement, TRS members can establish credit for unused sick leave earned with current and previous TRS employers. If you haven’t been saving your sick leave up until now, you really should start. The more unused sick leave days you have at retirement, the earlier you can retire and the larger your monthly benefit.
Published: September 27, 2021
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Unused Sick Leave Credit at Retirement
At retirement, TRS members can establish credit for unused sick leave earned with current and previous employers. Based on Georgia law, a member can receive credit for unused sick leave at retirement only if he or she has not received payment of any kind for the leave
Tags: Retiree
Published: October 5, 2021
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At Your Death – Survivor’s Benefits
Should you die prior to retirement, TRS offers survivor benefits to your surviving beneficary(ies).
Published: October 5, 2021
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Insurance
The main purpose of having insurance is to hedge against risk. There is a small percentage of Americans that are fully self-insurable—meaning that they have enough assets to cover any financial liabilities that may occur due to health issues or damage to property and intangible assets.
Tags: Mid-Career
Published: October 5, 2021
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Supplementing Your TRS Benefit
Published: October 6, 2021
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Conversion Chart
Sick Leave Credit for Members Retiring On or After 7/1/98:
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement
Published: October 6, 2021
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Allowable Sick Leave Usage and Attendance Incentive Programs
Employers should notify TRS of all sick leave policies in use for compliance with Georgia law. System policies must be consistent for all employees.
Published: October 6, 2021
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Eligibility for Retirement
You are eligible to retire ‘penalty free’ under the following conditions:
Published: October 6, 2021
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Tips and Guidelines for Entering Adjustments
Reporting prior period, retroactive and current month adjustments can be tricky at times. This document is intended to provide helpful clarification on the process.
Published: October 7, 2021
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Unused Sick Leave Credit at Retirement
At retirement, TRS members can establish credit for unused sick leave earned with current and previous TRS employers. If you haven’t been saving your sick leave up until now, you really should start. The more unused sick leave days you have at retirement, the earlier you can retire and the larger your monthly benefit.
Published: October 7, 2021
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Clinch County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: April 23, 2022
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Turner County
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Published: April 24, 2022
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Barrow County
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Published: September 25, 2022
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Dublin City Schools
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Published: September 25, 2022
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Union County
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Published: December 25, 2022
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Glynn County
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Published: December 29, 2022
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Dekalb County
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Published: January 12, 2023
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Bulloch County
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Published: December 25, 2022
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Effingham County
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Published: March 26, 2023
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Newton County
Tags: Mid-Career
Published: March 26, 2023
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Appling County
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Published: December 24, 2023
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Gilmer County
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Published: December 24, 2023
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Cobb County (Virtual)
Tags: Mid-Career
Published: March 26, 2023
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Calhoun City Schools
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Published: March 26, 2023
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Murray County
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Published: April 23, 2023
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Muscogee County
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Published: April 22, 2023
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Towns County
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Published: April 22, 2023
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Walton County
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Published: September 24, 2023
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Forsyth County
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Published: September 24, 2023
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Gordon State College
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Published: September 23, 2023
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Glynn County
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Published: December 24, 2023
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Catoosa County (Virtual)
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Published: December 24, 2023
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Dekalb County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: December 24, 2023
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