Through the weekend, investment accounts will show Oct. 9 balances while Voya technicians perform system maintenance.

Career transitions and your retirement

In today’s climate of economic uncertainty and budgetary challenges, many public employees in Washington State are facing difficult decisions regarding their careers and financial futures. Whether due to organizational restructuring, budget cuts, or personal considerations, transitioning out of public service can be a daunting prospect. Understanding the implications of such transitions on your retirement benefits…

The basics of retiring with DRS

Once you’ve reached the required age and years of service for your plan, you can apply for your pension retirement through DRS. We have a complete retirement checklist as well as live and recorded seminars to guide you through the retirement process, but basically it goes like this: 1. Make sure you qualify for retirement. Do you meet the age requirements?…

Strengthening the security of your retirement account

We’re committed to protecting your financial future To provide additional security, we’ve enhanced the way you access your retirement account. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is required each time you log in. Why the change? MFA is an extra layer of protection confirming it’s really you accessing your account. This simple step helps safeguard your retirement savings…

2025 Pension-Related Legislation

During the 2025 session, DRS tracked bills that affected retirement, including pensions and benefits. Legislation marked with an asterisk (*) has been signed by the governor. Legislation marked with two asterisks is awaiting the governor’s decision. Visit “How a bill becomes a law” to learn more about Washington’s legislative process. Subscribe below for updates about…

DCP tax savings benefits and beyond

Taxes are known causes of headache, nausea and anxiety. But when you save with the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP) there are actual tax benefits that can cure your taxation woes. Well, at least a few of them! Here’s how taxes affect your DCP savings: The DCP – Deferred Compensation Program webpage has more tips and…

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