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The Survivor’s Benefit Program for New York State Employees
… requirements? There is no need to enroll — your beneficiary is eligible to receive this benefit if, at the … and prior to the effective date of your retirement, your beneficiary may still be eligible to collect a benefit. Note … your retirement system. (Return to Top) How much will my beneficiary receive? The amount of the benefit varies …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/survivors-benefit-program-nys-employeesLife Changes: What If I Leave Public Employment?
… In fact, your life may even become a bit chaotic, causing you to overlook important issues that could affect you and … It outlines what you need to know as a NYSLRS member if you leave public employment or go on an extended leave of … Note : If you have previous public service for which you do not have credit and you wish to request this credit to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/life-changes-what-if-i-leave-public-employmentLife Changes: Why Should I Designate a Beneficiary?
… P. DiNapoli When you became a member of the New York State and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS), you may have designated … to make sure your beneficiary designations are up to date and reflect your current desires. That’s where this brochure … can help. It explains beneficiary designations and how you can change them. For more detailed information about …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/life-changes-why-should-i-designate-beneficiaryTransferring or Terminating Your Membership
… when: You have less than five years of service credit and have not worked in covered public service for at least seven years; or You have less than ten years of service credit, leave … voluntarily withdraw your membership and contributions; or You transfer your membership to another public retirement …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/transferring-or-terminating-your-membershipPost-Retirement Reporting
… required by law to: Report when a NYSLRS retiree exceeds the earnings limit during the current calendar year. Annually report all public … contractors/consultants) who were on payroll during the previous calendar year. If you submitted your December … that employ public retirees report to NYSLRS through the PostRetirement Reporting program …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/post-retirement-reportingAbout the Record of Activities – Reporting Elected and Appointed Officials
… Elected and Appointed Officials Get answers about the record of workrelated activities ROA that elected and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/reporting-ea-officials/about-record-activitiesStraight Talk About Financial Planning For Your Retirement
… it’s good to know your retirement benefit is one of them. You can be confident that when you are ready to retire, your … those who are or will be vested, and should be used only if you plan to leave (or have already left) public employment … and over who aren’t receiving Social Security benefits and do not yet have an online account. You can view your …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/straight-talk-about-financial-planning-your-retirementRepaying Your NYSLRS Loan after Retirement
… Chapter 426 of the laws of 2018 allows Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) … balance. In order to pay back your loans, you must pay the full balance of the loan that was due when you retired in a one-time, lump … Chapter 426 of the laws of 2018 allows Employees Retirement System ERS …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/retirees/repaying-your-nyslrs-loan-after-retirementWhat to Report – Legacy Reporting
… Benefits page for additional information) Tier 6 members: Report compensation but do not take contributions from salary … from any overtime that is not reported. Continue to report normal salary. Public safety overtime* Payment for … NYSLRS employers report information about employees through Retirement Online …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/legacy-reporting/what-reportFrequently Asked Questions – World Trade Center Presumption
… throughout the city. Am I eligible to take advantage of this presumption? Will this law grant me an accidental disability benefit? I am an active member. … benefit? You must file a Notice of Participation on or before September 11, 2026. There is no deadline for you to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/world-trade-center/frequently-asked-questionsDiNapoli: Former State Employee Arrested for Falsely Claiming She Never Received $4K Loan Check from New York State and Local Retirement System
… of Education employee, Shannon Brady, 52, of Albany, was arrested for allegedly falsely claiming to the New York State … of Education employee Shannon Brady 52 of Albany was arrested for allegedly falsely claiming to the NYSLRS that …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/05/dinapoli-former-state-employee-arrested-falsely-claiming-she-never-received-4k-loan-check-new-yorkAre You Vested? And What It Means
… Are You Vested? Being vested means that you have earned enough … by your retirement plan. Vesting is automatic; you do not have to fill out any paperwork to become vested. Tier … for a service retirement benefit. Effective immediately, if you are a Tier 5 or 6 member with five or more years of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/are-you-vested-and-what-it-meansDiNapoli Op-Ed in the NY Daily News Explains His Audit of the Former Governor's COVID Performance
… New York. It didn’t have the controls and procedures in place to stop a viral spread in nursing homes. Persistent underinvestment in public health … heroism of the doctors, nurses, EMTs, and all frontline workers from the subway system to the corner deli who kept …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/03/dinapoli-op-ed-ny-daily-news-explains-his-audit-former-governors-covid-performanceState Comptroller DiNapoli and Rockland District Attorney Walsh Announce Guilty Pleas of Middletown Resident for Larceny
… the state’s retirement system,” DiNapoli said. “Thanks to my partnership with District Attorney Walsh, Mr. Cesar has … the professionalism of those who investigated this case. My office will continue to work with local, state and federal … to prosecute those who commit crime." Cesar was arrested on July 20 after he requested a loan from the NYSLRS, then …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/10/state-comptroller-dinapoli-and-rockland-district-attorney-walsh-announce-guilty-pleas-middletownEDSS - General Help for All Transactions
… What do the statuses mean in EDSS? Draft - The agency can edit … letter attached to the transaction. How do I know if my transaction has been submitted? Your transaction will … will be in a status of Approved or Non-Approved and you will be notified via email. What if I forgot to attach a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/contracts/edss-general-help-all-transactionsLife Changes: A Guide for Retirees
… line (see the Contact Us section ). Health Insurance We do not administer health insurance programs. However, we can … Alternative Option (depending on the terms of payment). To do this, complete a Pensioner’s Designation of Beneficiaries …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/life-changes-guide-retireesMember & Retiree E-News Archive — 2025
… For the latest retirement news and information, subscribe to … to New York State’s Economy Members New Locations for In-Person Consultations November 2025 International … Available: NYC Office Retirees Retiree Earnings Limit for School Employees Annual COLA Increase Coming Soon …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/member-retiree-e-news-archive-2025DiNapoli: Get Your Money Back!
… in the Town of Haverstraw Haverstraw Town Hall 1 Rosman Road Garnerville, NY Rockland June 6, 2025 10:00 a.m. – … the Town of Orangetown Orangetown Town Hall 26 Orangeburg Road Orangeburg, NY Rockland June 16, 2025 10:00 a.m. – … the Town of Clarkstown Street Community Center 31 Zukor Road New City, NY Rockland Finger Lakes June 7, 2025 9:00 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/06/dinapoli-get-your-money-backLegislative and Executive Retirement Plan For Tier 1 and 2 Members (Section 80-a)
… average of the previous two years by more than 20%, the amount in excess of 20% is excluded from the computation of … elected this plan before July 1, 1972, you will receive a pension equal to 1/40th (2.5%) of your FAS for each year of … this plan on or after July 1, 1972, you will receive a pension equal to 1/40 (2.5%) of your FAS for each year of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/legislative-and-executive-retirement-plan-tier-1-and-2-members-section-80What Tier Are You In?
… When you join NYSLRS, you are assigned to a tier based on your … contribute toward your benefits, and Eligibility for loans If you are an ERS Member... You are in: If you joined: Tier 1 before July 1, 1973 Tier 2 July 1, 1973 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/what-tier-are-you