Retiree Report – Winter 2026
Access Your Tax and Benefit Statements Anytime
By logging into your secure member account, you can access your 1099-R tax forms, verification of income letter, retiree annual statement, and monthly benefit statements at anytime it’s convenient for you.
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How to Change Your Tax Withholding
The start of the new year and tax season may bring questions about your tax withholding and if adjustments are needed. PERA makes it easy to check your current withholding and make any changes necessary.
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Benefit Payment Dates for 2026
Monthly benefit checks are mailed or direct deposited on the last working day of each month. Here are all of the mailing dates for the remainder of 2026.
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Staying Active in Retirement
Retirement is an exciting chapter filled with many opportunities to learn, grow, and connect with others. Here are a few ways you can stay active in retirement and make the most of this new chapter.
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Working After Retirement: Rules to Know
Many PERA retirees choose to return to work after retiring as a way to continue growing professionally and add structure to their days. If you choose to return to work after retirement, it’s important to understand the rules so you don’t have a reduction in your PERA benefit.
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Stay Updated on 2026 Legislation Affecting PERA
The second session of the 75th Colorado General Assembly began on January 14, 2026. Over the course of 120 days, lawmakers will introduce and debate bills, including some PERA-related bills.
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We Hear You: PERACare Survey Results
In July 2025, we asked PERA retirees to complete a survey about health care preferences, and more than 8,000 retirees responded. This feedback will be helpful as we evaluate PERACare carriers for 2027 and beyond.
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How PERA Selects PERACare Carriers
From managing costs to minimizing provider and medication disruptions for members, there are many factors we consider when choosing carriers for PERACare plans.
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