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1099-R IRS Forms for Tax Year 2023
Retirees may download their 1099R forms now by logging into your account.
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement, Retiree
Published: January 30, 2024
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1099Rs for Tax Year 2018
1099Rs were mailed on Wednesday, January 23rd. You can download your 2018 1099R now by logging into your account.
Published: January 11, 2019
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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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Murray County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: April 23, 2023
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Bryan County
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Published: December 18, 2022
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Glynn County
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Published: December 24, 2023
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Dekalb County
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Published: December 24, 2023
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Clinch County
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Published: April 23, 2022
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Jones County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: December 11, 2022
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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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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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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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GASB 68 Actuary Reports
Published: October 6, 2021
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GASB 68 Audit Reports
Published: October 6, 2021
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PBI Data Breach
Published: July 10, 2023
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Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLAs)
In addition to your TRS membership, you may be eligible for a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) if the cost of living increases as determined by the CPI.
Tags: Retiree
Published: September 20, 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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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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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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Ms. Miriam Shook
Published: July 25, 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions Regarding COVID-19
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding COVID-19 and Teachers Retirement System for Members, Retirees, and Employers
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement, Retiree
Published: May 20, 2020
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Hello, Retirees!
Thank you for your service and dedication to the education of the children, youth, and adults of the great state of Georgia! You have worked hard for many years, and now you can count on TRS to provide you with the retirement benefits the State provides you.
Tags: Retiree
Published: September 20, 2021
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Taxes
Published: September 20, 2021
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Federal and State Taxes
All or most of your TRS monthly benefit is subject to federal income tax, with exact details furnished to you at the time of your retirement.
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: October 5, 2021
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Account Login
Published: March 20, 2023
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Legislation
The Teachers Retirement System of Georgia administers its benefits and programs in accordance with applicable state and federal law, and administrative rules. Title 47 of the Official Code Georgia (O. C. G. A.) assigns the authority to establish and amend the provisions of TRS to the State Legislature. State law outlines specific details for state retirement systems, including vesting periods, employee contribution rates, benefit formulas, and retirement eligibility.
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement, Retiree
Published: August 26, 2021
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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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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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Hello, New Members!
Published: September 28, 2021
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How TRS Benefits You!
Your retirement plan is a defined benefit plan which requires contributions from you and your employer, is determined by a formula based on your years of service and/or age and your final average salary, and will be paid to you throughout your lifetime.
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement
Published: September 28, 2021
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Beneficiary Information
At your death, Georgia law requires that the settlement of your account be made in accordance with the beneficiary information on file with TRS.
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement, Retiree
Published: October 1, 2021
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Hello, Mid-Career Members!
You have been an educator for several years now, but you still have a number of years remaining before you can fully plan your retirement. However, now is the perfect time to acquaint yourself with specific details regarding your forthcoming TRS pension benefit.
Tags: Mid-Career
Published: October 5, 2021
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Risk & Debt Management
As you move through your career, it is important that you learn how to recognize risks and manage them, along with any debt that you may have, while they can still be managed.
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement
Published: October 6, 2021
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Military Service
Georgia law contains several provisions for the establishment of up to 5 years of retirement credit for periods of active duty military service in the armed forces of the United States. If you have military service prior to 1955, please contact our office.
Tags: Mid-Career, New Hire, Pre-Retirement
Published: October 6, 2021
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Employer FAQ
Published: October 6, 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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Harris County Schools
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: October 15, 2022
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Glynn County Schools
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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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Polk County
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Published: February 13, 2022
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Liberty County Schools
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Published: February 13, 2022
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Clarke County
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Published: February 13, 2022
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Muscogee County
Tags: Mid-Career
Published: January 11, 2022
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Fannin County
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Published: January 16, 2022
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Madison County
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Published: January 16, 2022
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Stephens County
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Published: January 16, 2022
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Bacon County
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Published: August 23, 2022
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Pierce County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: May 19, 2022
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House Bill 385
House Bill 385 and it's impact to employers .
Published: May 24, 2022
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Shining the Light on Your TRS Beneficiary
At all stages of your career, it is very important to keep your TRS beneficiaries updated. The beneficiaries you select for your TRS account are different than beneficiaries selected at open enrollment and the information in your TRS account supersedes information in will, divorce decrees, etc.
Published: September 20, 2022
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Lumpkin County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: October 15, 2022
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Glynn County
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Published: October 15, 2022
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Walton County
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Published: October 15, 2022
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Fraud Prevention
As a TRS member, you may receive solicitations from financial services companies that are representing themselves as TRS and communicating pension plan information in ways that may be incorrect or aimed at enhancing their own commissions.
Published: March 15, 2023
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Elbert County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: January 14, 2023
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Ware County (Virtual)
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Published: January 14, 2023
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Charlton County (Virtual)
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Published: January 14, 2023
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Stephens County
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Published: January 14, 2023
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Emanuel County
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Published: January 14, 2023
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Hall County
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Published: January 22, 2023
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Liberty County
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Published: February 12, 2023
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Clarke County
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Published: February 12, 2023
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Dawson County
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Published: October 15, 2023
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Effingham County
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Published: October 15, 2023
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Whitfield County
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Published: February 28, 2023
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Coffee County
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Published: August 15, 2023
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Harris County
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Published: October 15, 2023
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Sumter County
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Published: October 15, 2023
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Troup County
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Published: October 15, 2023
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Coffee County
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Published: November 13, 2023
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Carrollton City Schools
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Published: December 17, 2023
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Union County
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Published: December 17, 2023
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Bulloch County
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: December 17, 2023
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Jones County
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Published: December 17, 2023
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Trion City Schools
Tags: Pre-Retirement
Published: March 17, 2024
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Gordon County (Virtual)
Tags: Mid-Career
Published: March 17, 2024
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