What’s New
2026 Vital Signs Report
November 12, 2026
MPERS finished Fiscal Year 2026 with all Vital Signs in the green. It is another positive report on the retirement system’s financial health and the work that supports members’ benefits. The results follow the encouraging news in the recent financial u …
2026 Financial Status Update
October 21, 2026
In this update, Scott Simon, Executive Director of MPERS, discusses the retirement system’s record 81.7% funded status, declining employer contribution rates, and the continued progress of MPERS’ long-term funding strategy. He also highlights strong in …
What Will Retirement Look Like for Future Generations?
September 22, 2026
Many MPERS retirees spent decades working toward a goal that remains at the heart of retirement: financial security. For many public employees, that security includes a pension, Social Security, and personal savings. Together, those sources of income h …
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