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Fresh Picks - January 2026

Fresh Picks
January 2026
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1099-R Tax Forms

In late January 2026, TRS will mail 1099-R forms to those who received one or more payments from TRS during 2025. This form is crucial for reporting the TRS payments you received during the prior calendar year to the IRS. If you are a nonresident alien, TRS will send you a 1042-S form instead, which will be mailed by mid-March 2026. A copy of your form will also be available in the MyTRS online member portal by Jan. 31. For more details, check out the 1099-R and 1042-S page on the TRS website.

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Invest in Your Wellness and Wallet

In TRS-ActiveCare and TRS-Care Standard, members can save hundreds of dollars on certain medical services by choosing high-quality, lower-cost providers. Choose your plan and get more information on how to find trusted providers and save. 

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TRS Talks: Educator to Illustrator

After a rewarding teaching career, TRS retiree Jon Brown draws cartoons for a newspaper in a neighboring town. Alongside his wife, Judy – another retired teacher – he also helps write and illustrate novels and children's books. Hear the Brown's story in the latest episode of TRS Talks.

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Get Your TRS Facts – The Annual Comprehensive Financial Report is Here

Did you know that more than 45,000 new members joined TRS last year? Find out more fascinating numbers in our recently published Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, where you can explore your pension fund’s financial position, investment performance, membership statistics, and more. 

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Check Out Our New Look

We’re pleased to share our latest edition of TRS News, which we’ve updated with a fresh layout and an easy-to-read style. This publication is filled with updates and resources to support you. Check out TRS News Member and Retiree editions for information on your pharmacy benefits, newly released financial reports and how to ensure uninterrupted access to benefits and communications.  

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Ring in the New Year, Cyber Style

The New Year is here, and so are smarter cyber threats. Hackers are leveraging AI to craft ultrarealistic phishing scams, and ransomware is still booming. Make your resolution count: Enable multifactor authentication, update passwords, and stay alert for “urgent” emails, which are often traps! Let’s start the year secure and savvy. Cheers to a cybersafe 2026!