TRS retirement report, a bi-annual newsletter for retired members, Winter 2017

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Happy Holidays From TRS!

TRS RETIREE RETIREMENT REPORT

One of the greatest joys of the holiday season is the opportunity to show our appreciation for those who brighten our lives and communities throughout the year. TRS is very grateful for members like you! After dedicating your careers to educating future generations, our retirees continue to positively impact our communities! We hope you enjoy this holiday season and we look forward to continuing to serve you in 2018!
TRS Highlights (as of June 30, 2017)

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Thank You Members!

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Update Your Beneficiaries

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Mid-Career Events

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Member Statements

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Working After Retirement
What You Need to Know
Once you are a TRS retiree, you may be re-employed in a TRS-covered position on either a full or part-time basis, under certain terms and conditions, and continue to receive your TRS pension. This applies to both service retirees and disability retirees. Before you accept any position with a TRS-covered employer, you should contact TRS to ensure the employment does not adversely affect your retirement. In order to ensure a TRS retiree working in a TRS-covered position is in compliance with Georgia law, TRS must approve the employment prior to the retiree starting the job. It is your responsibility to inform the employer that you are a TRS retiree, and it is the employer's responsibility to report your employment to TRS. If you do return to work, you MUST have a break-in-service of at least one month after your effective date of retirement. Salary and Service Limitations All employment in a TRS-covered position, whether directly or indirectly (i.e. independent contractor, private temporary company, etc.) with a TRS employer, is subject to salary and service limitations as outlined in Georgia law and TRS policy. No Pre-Existing Agreement Georgia law requires employers to certify to the TRS Board of Trustees the date on which the employee's employment is or will be severed and that no agreement exists to allow the employee to return to service. This includes service as an independent contractor. Any return to employment or rendering of any paid service, including service for an independent contractor, for any TRS employer during the calendar month of the effective date of retirement shall render the retirement invalid and void the application for retirement. To learn more, please visit our website or review our Member's Guide.
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