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1099-R Tax Forms Are Now Available Online

January 30, 2026 | News

SURS has completed its paper mailing of the 2025 IRS Form 1099-R to each member or beneficiary who received a distribution in 2025. Members may log in to the SURS secure Member Website to retrieve a copy. The 1099-R forms can be found under the “My Payment” tab or in...

2026 Dates for Annuity and Disability Payments

December 4, 2025 | News

Please find the 2026 dates for both annuity and disability payments. For additional dates and events, for things like board meetings and office closures, visit https://surs.org/events. 2026 Annuity Payments 12/31/25 1/30/26 2/27/26 4/1/26 5/1/26 6/1/26 7/1/26 7/31/26...

Cybersecurity Month and SURS

October 16, 2025 | News

In recognition of the importance of cybersecurity, the State of Illinois has proclaimed October as Cybersecurity Month. Take 10 minutes to review your online security habits. Your future self (and your retirement funds) will thank you! 1. During Cybersecurity...

2026 Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment

October 14, 2025 | News

The State of Illinois TRAIL Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug (MAPD) open enrollment period for participating annuitants and survivors is October 14 through November 14, 2025. The 2026 plan year will begin Jan. 1, 2026, and will run through Dec. 31, 2026. The State...

October is National Retirement Security Month

October 1, 2025 | News

National Retirement Security Month is an ideal time to think about your future and set clear retirement goals. One way to help you reach those goals is through the SURS Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP). This is a voluntary savings plan (a 457(b) plan) that lets you...

New to SURS? This Tool Can Help You Pick Your Retirement Plan

September 10, 2025 | News

If you have recently been hired by a SURS employer, choosing one of SURS retirement plans may seem a bit overwhelming at first. You will want to have a solid understanding of your options before you decide. That’s important because you have only six months to make...