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Category: Hybrid Retirement Plan

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What to Know About 2026 Hybrid Plan Auto-Escalation Changes

July 2025

Hybrid Plan auto-escalation starts Jan 1, 2026. Watch for updates from VRS and Voya with key deadlines and next steps.

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How Employees Can Put Their Raises to Work for The Future

July 2025

Support employee savings by promoting tools and tips that turn raises into long-term retirement growth.

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Announcements

May 2025

Form Updates; VRS Training; Hybrid Plan Contributions; Commonwealth of Virginia 457 Plan Adoption; Employee Orientation

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Announcements

April 2025

Payroll Reminders; LODA Training; Hybrid Plan Contributions; Commonwealth of Virginia 457 Plan Adoption; Employee Orientation

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Quick Counseling Tips for Hybrid Retirement Plan Members

March 2025

VRS creates a one-stop resource to help you more easily explain to employees how the Hybrid Retirement Plan works.

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Announcements

March 2025

Monthly Contributions to Hybrid Retirement Plan; Track Legislation; Administering Benefits; Streamline Orientation

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Your Turn to Ask

January 2025

How often can Hybrid Retirement Plan members change their voluntary contribution election amounts?

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December 16 Is Deadline for Voluntary Contribution Changes

December 2024

December 16 is also the last day for members to make contribution changes before the transition to Voya.

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Announcements

October 2024

VRS Phone Menu Changes; New Counseling Center Location; CEM Benchmarking Results; Hybrid 401(a) Forfeiture Balances

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