At its September meeting, the Board unanimously voted to approve a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) increase for eligible retirees and beneficiaries in 2022. By statute, SERS’ COLA is based on the year-to-year change in the Consumer Price Index (June 2020 to…
Medicare is a federal health insurance program that does not cover 100% of health care costs, which is why many enrollees choose to purchase a Medicare Advantage or Medicare Supplemental plan to help lower out-of-pocket costs. To be eligible for an…
On June 29, four of Ohio’s retirement systems, including SERS, submitted a letter to the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Social Security urging Chair John Larson and Ranking Member Tom Reed to find an equitable solution to the Windfall Elimination…
Join us today in celebrating the School Lunch Heroes of our public schools! School nutrition staff worked tirelessly to take care of their students both inside and outside the cafeteria during the pandemic, ensuring students in need did not miss a…
The School Employees Retirement System of Ohio (SERS) is committed to serving the needs of our members, retirees, and employers while working to protect the safety and health of everyone including the community at large. We are following all state and…
Any time the federal government earmarks funding for state and local governments, some legislators express concerns that once the money is delivered to the states it will be used to “bail out” public pension funds instead of its intended purpose. While…
SERS is a proud participant in America Saves Week, an annual celebration as well as a call to action for everyday Americans to commit to saving successfully. The daily themes focus on setting specific goals in order to achieve financial stability….
UPDATE (March 26): the special enrollment deadline has been extended to August 15, 2021. Original story (February 15, 2021): The federal government is reopening the Health Insurance Marketplace beginning February 15 through May 15, 2021, to assist Americans who remain uninsured…
All 1099-R forms have been mailed. Along with the form, you will receive a handout explaining how federal and Ohio income tax laws apply to your SERS pension payments. The form is also available through Account Login. If you haven’t already registered…
COVID-19 vaccines will be given to U.S. residents at no cost. However, vaccination providers can charge an administration fee for giving someone the shot. If you are enrolled in a SERS health care plan, the vaccine and administration fees are covered….
