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  • Save the Date! The 2026 ASRS Employer Conference Is Coming Soon!

    Get ready to connect, learn, and stay ahead! The Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) is excited to welcome employers back for our annual Employer Conference this September.

    Whether you are new to ASRS reporting or a longtime employer partner, this conference is designed with you in mind. Join us for a day of learning, collaboration, and helpful insights to strengthen your understanding of ASRS processes and support your continued success as an employer.

  • Avoid Common Contribution Reporting Mistakes: Year- End Reminders for ASRS Employers

    As we begin a new fiscal year, it's the perfect time to review contribution reporting practices and ensure all Fiscal Year 2026 payrolls and adjustments have been completed accurately.

    While most payrolls are submitted correctly, a few common reporting errors continue to create delays, require additional employer follow-up, and can affect a member's retirement record. The good news? Most of these mistakes are easy to prevent, and just as easy to correct when addressed promptly.

    Here are the most common issues we see and some helpful tips to resolve them.

  • Almost Here! The New Premium Benefit Portal Launches in Early August

    The Wait is Almost Over!

    After months of planning, development, testing, and collaboration, the new ASRS Premium Benefit Employer Portal is expected to launch in early August, bringing employers a faster, easier, and more transparent way to manage Premium Benefit transactions online.

  • Eligibility for ASRS Retiree Health Insurance and Premium Benefits During LTD

    Members receiving Long-Term Disability (LTD) benefit payments, are eligible to elect health coverage through the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Retiree Group Health Insurance Program. 

    To qualify for the Health Insurance Premium Benefit Program which supplements their health insurance costs, the member must have at least five years of credited ASRS service and receive their group health insurance coverage either through an ASRS employer or through the ASRS Retiree Group Health Insurance Program.

  • Max Compensation Limits: Why Accurate Reporting Matters

    One of the most important employer responsibilities when reporting ASRS contributions is ensuring that compensation subject to the IRS maximum compensation limits is reported accurately. While these limits affect a relatively small number of employees, incorrect reporting can have a significant impact on member benefits, employer records, and future retirement calculations.

    What Are the 401(a)(17) and 415 Limits?

  • Preparing Employees for Retirement or Separation: A Team Effort That Matters

    Retirement is one of the most important milestones in an employee's career. Whether an employee is retiring, resigning, participating in a Reduction in Force (RIF), or separating from employment for any reason, accurate and timely reporting by employers plays a critical role in ensuring a smooth transition.

  • Exciting Changes Coming to the ASRS Premium Benefit Process for Fiscal Year 2026-2027

    The Arizona State Retirement System is excited to announce a major enhancement to the Premium Benefit (PB) process for ASRS employers who provide retiree and COBRA insurance coverage eligible for the ASRS PB.

    As a result of valuable feedback from our employer partners, combined with a detailed analysis of process improvement opportunities, the ASRS has successfully migrated the PB process into the Employer Portal for the new fiscal year.

  • Workers’ Compensation Eligibility and Coordination with LTD

    Can a member receive Workers' Compensation and still apply for Long Term Disability (LTD)? 

    Yes. A member may be eligible for LTD benefits while receiving Workers' Compensation. However, LTD benefits may be reduced due to the payments received from Workers' Compensation. 

    In some cases, a member may work at a limited capacity or intermittently while on Workers' Compensation and still qualify for LTD benefits. 

    Employer Responsibilities 

  • ASRS End-of-Year Best Practices: Let’s Cross the Fiscal Finish Line Together!

    As we wrap up Fiscal Year 2026 and prepare to welcome Fiscal Year 2027, the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Contribution Accounting Team would like to share a few important reminders and best practices to help make year-end reporting smooth, accurate, and stress-free.

    Fiscal Year Contribution Rate Changes

    Please ensure your payroll systems are updated with the new FY2027 contribution rates:

    Fiscal Year Retirement Rate LTD Rate

  • What Documents go to Broadspire?

    To ensure your documents reach their correct destination when processing LTD claims, please use the "Send LTD Document" button locate in your Secure Employer Account only for the specific records listed below:

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