NOTICE TO MPERS EMPLOYERS:
Subject to PRSAC approval, the Potential Contribution Rate for FY27 will be 29.35%
MPERS’ physical location will be closed on Thursday, February 12, 2026, for building maintenance. Staff remains available via phone and email.
NOTICE TO MPERS RETIREES:
1099-R Tax forms are available for download in your Member Portal. Copies will be mailed by 01/31/26
MPERS’ office will be closed on Monday and Tuesday, February 16-17, 2026, for the Mardi Gras holiday
Latest News
COVID-19: MPERS Response & Resources
Your MPERS Retirement is SecureDramatic fluctuations in the financial markets due to the COVID-19 crisis are causing alarm globally, but be assured your MPERS retirement is secure. Benefit payments to our retirees and beneficiaries will continue to be made...
COVID-19 Update: March Board of Trustees Meeting Cancelled and Office Closed to the Public
MPERS is closely monitoring the COVID-19 virus situation. Given Governor Edwards' proclamation and the fact the Legislature will adjourn until March 31, 2020, we have canceled the board meeting that was scheduled for Wednesday, March 18, 2020. The next board meeting...
Employer Contribution Rates for FY 21
On February 12, 2020, the Public Retirement Systems' Actuarial Committeeadopted theofficial valuation of MPERS's actuary, G. S. Curran & Company, Ltd. The employer contribution rate for July1, 2020 through June 30, 2021 will be 33.75% for all employees.As a...
Important Information for Those Considering Rolling Over their DROP Account Balances
Assuming that you are a Louisiana resident, you probably shouldn't rollover your DROP account balance unless enjoy paying more in state income taxes than is necessary. UnderR.S. 11:2228, all monies paid by MPERS are exempt from any Louisiana state tax. This includes...
February 19, 2020 Board Meeting Cancelled
On January 15, 2020, the Board of Trustees voted to cancel itsFebruary meeting. The next meeting will be on March 18, 2020.