To be eligible as a retiree of the State of Texas you must be 55 years of age, have contributed to a state retirement program for a period of 5 creditable service years, and be eligible to receive benefits under the retirement plan. Health Insurance coverage is available for retirees and eligible dependents. Premiums are the same rates as paid by active employees. The following insurances are available for continuation at the retiree's cost Dental Insurance coverage is available for retiree and eligible dependents.
Premiums are the same rates as paid by active employees.
Dependent life insurance coverage is not offered. Vision Care Plan is also available for the retiree and eligible dependents. Retirees will be billed quarterly by the Payroll Office or if they wish, may pay premiums annually to the Payroll Office for any out of pocket expenses. Insurance coverage for a retiree is the same as that of an active employee, except at the time a retiree becomes eligible for Medicare. If the retiree is working, the UT group insurance carrier is the primary carrier and Medicare is secondary.