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Legal Forms
Download and print forms. Contact our Legal department at 800-348-7298, ext. 6200 or [email protected] for assistance with these forms. For additional information, see our Legal Publications.To ensure the confidentiality of your membership information and to protect your privacy, we do not send personal information via email. Likewise, please refrain from providing personal information (e.g., your Social Security number or EmplID) when emailing NYSTRS.Forms mailed to NYSTRS will be considered ...https://www.nystrs.org/forms/legal-forms/
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Investments
NYSTRS is a long-term investor with a diverse portfolio. This proven strategy and dedication to thoughtful stewardship has enabled us to fulfill our mission of providing retirement security to our members since 1921. Contact Us 800-348-7298, ext. 6250 [email protected] Stewardship and Investment Beliefs NYSTRS' Retirement Board has a fiduciary duty to prudently manage System assets using appropriate skill, care and diligence. Investment Strategy NYSTRS is one of the most secure and well-fun...https://www.nystrs.org/investments/
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Ethics and Conduct Standards
NYSTRS strives to model strong ethical values within the pension industry. Contact Us 800-348-7298 [email protected] NYSTRS strives to model strong ethical values within the pension industry. Our Board and staff take their fiduciary responsibility seriously and are committed to the highest standards of conduct.To this end, the System has in place several manuals and policies designed to ensure our values-based foundation remains strong, including the Internal Asset Management Code of Profes...https://www.nystrs.org/about-us/ethics-and-conduct-standards/
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Report a Death
Contact NYSTRS as soon as possible to notify us of the death of a retiree, an optional beneficiary, or an active member. You may use the phone numbers provided below to report a death. You'll need to provide the following information:Name of the deceasedDate of deathMembership status:Active member and employer; ORRetiree; ORBeneficiary of a retireeName, relationship and phone number of the person making the notificationAlso refer to When a Member Falls Ill or Passes Away – a publication to he...https://www.nystrs.org/retirees/report-a-death/
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2021 Legislation
The following is a summary of 2021 NYSTRS-related legislation that has been signed into law.Increase to the Minimum Retirement AllowanceChapter 541 of the Laws of 2021 (S6569/A6662)Signed into law October 29, 2021Effective Date: June 30, 2021This bill amends Education Law Section 532(e) to extend the minimum retirement benefit to members who retired prior to July 1, 1980 and increases said allowance to $550 per year of service up to a 35-year maximum of $19,250. Prior to Chapter 541, this ben...https://www.nystrs.org/legislation/2021-legislation/
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to NYSTRS’ mission to provide pension fund excellence and exceptional customer service. Contact Us 518-447-2906 [email protected] We actively seek to support each and every team member in feeling both empowered and comfortable in our work environment. Our approach to diversity, equity and inclusion is comprehensive, incorporating all business functions and operations. We chart our course through our adherence to the following commitments:Recogni...https://www.nystrs.org/careers/diversity-equity-inclusion/
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Active Members
You are dedicated to educating students and helping them prepare for the future. We are dedicated to educating you about your NYSTRS benefits. The more you know, the better prepared you will be for retirement. Contact Us 800-348-7298, ext. 6250 [email protected] New Members Welcome to NYSTRS! You are a member of one of the top public pension funds in the country. Service Credit & Contributions Your pension is based on four factors: tier of membership; total service credit; age at retirement...https://www.nystrs.org/active-members/
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Earnings After Retirement
If you return to work after retiring from NYSTRS, be aware it could impact your NYSTRS benefit. Contact Us 800-348-7298, ext. 6120 [email protected] Sections 211 and 212 of the Retirement and Social Security Law govern NYS public employment by service retirees under age 65. Working under Section 211 requires your employer to obtain a waiver.The current Section 212 earnings limit, determined by the state Legislature, is $35,000 per calendar year.The earnings limit has been temporarily suspen...https://www.nystrs.org/retirees/earnings-after-retirement/
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2025 Bulletins
List of resources Number Subject 2025-16 NYSTRS Announces Winter/Spring 2026 PREP Seminar Schedule 2025-15 Estimated Range for the Next Employer Contribution Rate 2025-14 Reportability of Employment Contract Provisions and Agreements 2025-13 NYSTRS Announces Fall 2025 PREP Seminar Schedule 2025-12 Annual Delegates Meeting – Attendance, Salary and Expense Issues 2025-11 Court Decisions Upholding the Retirement System’s Three-Year Final Average Salary Determinations 2025-10 Employer Contributio...https://www.nystrs.org/employers/administrative-bulletins/2025-bulletins/
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2025 Delegate News
List of resources Number Subject 2025-16 NYSTRS Announces Winter/Spring 2026 PREP Seminar Schedule 2025-15 Estimated Range for the Next Employer Contribution Rate 2025-14 Reportability of Employment Contract Provisions and Agreements 2025-13 NYSTRS Announces Fall 2025 PREP Seminar Schedule 2025-12 Annual Delegates Meeting – Attendance, Salary and Expense Issues 2025-11 Court Decisions Upholding the Retirement System’s Three-Year Final Average Salary Determinations 2025-10 Employer Contributio...https://www.nystrs.org/delegates/delegate-news/2025-delegate-news/