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  • 2017 Legislative Session: Updates & Notes

    The 2017 Legislative Session began on January 9, 2017 with 23 freshman legislators and  Senator Steve Yarbrough (Chandler) filling the role of Senate President and J.D. Mesnard (Chandler) becoming the Speaker of the House. The ASRS proposed 6 legislative initiatives with 5 of them passing the legislature and receiving the Governor’s signature. 

  • Employer-Only Payments to Members' Deferred Compensation Plans

    This spring, the ASRS began notifying employers about a ruling by the Arizona Supreme Court that changes the way the ASRS has interpreted the definition of ASRS compensation.  The ruling affects employer-paid contributions into deferred compensation plans for employees. 

  • Ruling changes ASRS compensation definition regarding employer-paid deferred comp payments

    On March 23, 2017, in the case of Wade and Paddock v. ASRS (No. CV-16-0087-PR), the Arizona Supreme Court held that employer-paid contributions on behalf of an employee to a tax qualified deferred compensation plan – such as a 457 or 401(k) – are compensation and therefore require ASRS contributions.

    Employee-paid contributions into these plans have always been considered compensation for ASRS purposes. This ruling adds employer-paid contributions are compensation as well.

  • Employer Reminder About 65+ Waivers

    In 2012, legislation was passed providing for an option for newly hired employees who are age 65 or older and who meet specific criteria to opt out of ASRS membership. The option was initially available on a trial basis and is now available indefinitely.

    To be eligible, a person must:

  • ASRS Basics for Employers

    ASRS Basics for Employers is a three-hour workshop geared toward ASRS employer Human Resources, Payroll, Benefits and Administration personnel and covers the basics of working with the ASRS. 

  • Input Needed for "Regulation Rollback"

    A new rulemaking initiative called "Regulation Rollback" is being implemented by the Governor's Office and your input is needed. Read on for more information about how you can weigh in.

  • Employers: The ASRS Health Insurance Premium Benefit Program

    The ASRS provides a health insurance premium benefit (HIPB) to eligible retired and LTD participants to help cover a portion of or to offset the cost of the member’s insurance premiums. Read on to learn more about eligibility and employer's responsibilities:

  • Access to Employer Secure Messaging

    Are you familiar with Employer Secure Messaging and it's benefits?

  • Basics For Employers: Helping You Navigate the ASRS

    Have questions on your role as an ASRS liaison? Join us for our training seminar!

  • The Importance of Being Enrolled in the ASRS

    Are your employees all enrolled with the ASRS? Proper enrollment and registration can help secure accounts and allow access to many member benefits.

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