Plan A & Plan B Plan Descriptions
The system consists of two plans. Which plan you are enrolled in is set by your employer; your tier depends on your date of hire.
Plan A
Plan A is a traditional defined benefit retirement plan.
Tier 1 covers members with a hire date from 1/01/55 to 12/31/12. Tier 2 covers members with a hire date from 1/01/13 onward.
Plan A — Tier 1 Overview Plan A — Tier 2 Overview View Retirement Eligibility
Plan B
Plan B is a defined benefit plan integrated with Social Security.
Tier 1 covers members with a hire date from 1/01/55 to 12/31/12. Tier 2 covers members with a hire date from 1/01/13 onward.
Plan B — Tier 1 Overview Plan B — Tier 2 Overview View Retirement Eligibility
Laws, Rules, and Guidelines
Benefits are governed by Louisiana Revised Statutes 11:1731 through 1884 and by the rules and policies adopted by the Board of Trustees. The handbook and administrative rules are published in full.
Need help? Call MERS at 225-925-4810 or 1-800-820-1137.