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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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Fannin County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: December 11, 2022
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West Georgia RESA
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: April 14, 2022
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DeKalb County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: November 28, 2022
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Pioneer RESA
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: February 28, 2023
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Ben Hill County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: December 10, 2023
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Bulloch County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: December 17, 2023
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Emanuel County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: December 31, 2023
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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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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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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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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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Ms. Miriam Shook
Published: July 25, 2022
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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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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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House Bill 385
House Bill 385 and it's impact to employers .
Published: May 24, 2022
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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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GASB 68 Audit Reports
Published: October 6, 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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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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Economic Impact
Teacher pensions play a vital role in Georgia's economy. This brochure provides a detailed look at how TRS retirees contribute to the economic success of this great State.
Published: September 17, 2021
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Ms. Deborah K. Simonds
Ms. Simonds is a retired teacher from Georgia. She was a High School Special Education teacher for 27 years at Berkmar High School in Gwinnett.
Published: September 18, 2021
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Dr. Jason L. Branch
Dr. Branch is the superintendent of Oconee County Schools. He has more than 20 years of experience in education including roles as a teacher, coach, athletic director and principal.
Published: September 18, 2021
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Mr. Kenneth Dyer
Mr. Kenneth Dyer was selected in February 2017 by the Dougherty County Board of Education to become the district’s superintendent after having served as Associate Superintendent and Chief Financial Officer.
Published: September 18, 2021
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Dr. Marion Fedrick
Marion Ross Fedrick was appointed as the 10th president of Albany State University on August 14, 2018, by the University System of Georgia Board of Regents.
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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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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Mr. Christopher M. Swanson
Mr. Swanson is an AP Economics teacher at Newnan High School and the chair of the Social Studies department in Meriwether County.
Published: September 18, 2021
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Health and Dental Coverage
Published: September 20, 2021
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Part Time Hourly and Salaried
A TRS retiree who retired on a service retirement may return to work as a teacher on a less than half-time basis. If working less than half-time, the hourly rate or salary cannot exceed 49% of the compensation that would normally be paid to you if you worked on a full-time basis in the position.
Tags: Retiree
Published: September 28, 2021
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Establishing Membership Service
During your employment in a TRS covered position, you make monthly contributions to TRS, via employer payroll deductions, and earn service credit.
Tags: Mid-Career, Pre-Retirement
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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Active vs Inactive Accounts
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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Divorces
Should you divorce, your beneficiary information on file with TRS may need to be updated.
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement
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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Elective Membership Employer Requirements
Georgia law was amended in 1976 allowing full-time public school lunchroom, maintenance, and warehouse supervisors and managers the option to elect membership in TRS.
Published: October 6, 2021
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Employer FAQ
Published: October 6, 2021
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Hiring TRS Retirees
Retired members of the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) have the ability to be employed on either a full or part-time basis under certain terms and 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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Dekalb County Schools
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: October 8, 2021
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Fannin County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: October 8, 2021
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Salary Limitations
In a TRS board meeting held on June 24, 2020, the TRS Board of Trustees adopted the following maximum salary increases for FY 2021 that can be used by the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) to compute a member’s highest two-year average salary
Published: July 1, 2020
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Jones County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: March 20, 2022
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Emanuel County
Tags: Mid-Career
Published: March 13, 2022
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Murray County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: April 14, 2022
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Pioneer RESA
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: April 14, 2022
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Chattooga County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: April 14, 2022
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Dekalb County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: September 11, 2022
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First District RESA
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: September 11, 2022
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Chattahoochee-Flint RESA
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: September 11, 2022
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Mid-Career Workshop
Tags: Mid-Career
Published: September 29, 2022
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New Hire Workshop
Tags: New Hire
Published: September 29, 2022
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Pre-Retirement Workshop
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: September 29, 2022
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Banks County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: December 11, 2022
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Albany Technical College LEC
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: December 10, 2022
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Ben Hill County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: December 11, 2022
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Forsyth County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: March 12, 2023
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Henry County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: March 12, 2023
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Bryan County
Tags: Mid-Career
Published: March 12, 2023
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Fort Valley Sate University
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: August 13, 2023
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Account Login
Published: March 20, 2023
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Bartow County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: June 11, 2023
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Muscogee County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: August 22, 2023
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Georgia Southern University
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: November 11, 2023
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Pioneer RESA
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: November 12, 2023
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Muscogee County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: December 1, 2023
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Greene County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: February 11, 2024
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Madison County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: February 11, 2024
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Atkinson County
Tags: Mid-Career
Published: February 27, 2024
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