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AB 929

Relating to: correcting terminology for making additional contributions to the Wisconsin Retirement System; eliminating a social security account maintained in the public employee trust fund and removing a provision regarding liability for state employer social security remittances; and clarifying who may participate in an income continuation insurance plan provided by the Group Insurance Board (suggested as remedial legislation by the Department of Employee Trust Funds).

2025-2026 Regular Session

Wisconsin corrects retirement system terminology, eliminates an unused Social Security trust fund account, and clarifies public employee insurance plan eligibility rules.

Published 3-28-2026
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Bill Summary · AB 929

Legislative bill overview

AB 929 makes technical and administrative corrections to Wisconsin's retirement system governance, including updating terminology for employee contributions, eliminating an unused Social Security account in the public employee trust fund, and clarifying eligibility rules for income continuation insurance plans managed by the Group Insurance Board. The bill is framed as remedial legislation addressing outdated or unclear provisions rather than substantive policy changes.

Why is this important

These changes affect the administrative mechanics of Wisconsin's public employee retirement and insurance programs, which cover state workers and potentially other public employees. While largely technical, clarifications to eligibility and account structures can prevent disputes and ensure accurate benefit administration, though the practical impact for most employees may be minimal.

Potential points of contention

  • Elimination of the Social Security account – Details on why this account is no longer needed and whether any balances or obligations associated with it are being properly addressed are unclear from the summary
  • Clarity on "additional contributions" terminology – Shifting terminology could affect how employees understand their contributions, though this appears to be a simplification rather than a substantive change
  • Income continuation insurance eligibility changes – The bill's specification of "who may participate" could potentially narrow or expand access; the actual scope of these changes is not detailed in the bill summary

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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