Leslie Lovett, Author at MTRS

As you know, there are federal and state limits on the amount of pensionable earnings ("regular compensation") that can be used in computing benefits for active members of public retirement systems with effective membership dates after 12/31/1995.

What this means for employers

For any members with effective membership dates listed below, DO NOT take MTRS deductions on any …

Since you are receiving a monthly benefit from the MTRS, look for your:

Year-end statement, which the State Treasury sends at the end of December. This statement provides a summary of your benefit payments during 2025 and is simply for your reference (should not be used for taxes). Questions? Please see Read more Watch for mail from us in December and January

Watch for email offers to "Schedule Your Annual MTRS Pension and Benefits Review"

The MTRS is neither affiliated with, nor endorses any commercial companies. Unsolicited emails may be “phishing” attempts. We have recently been made aware of unsolicited emails sent to MTRS members, offering to "Schedule Your Annual MTRS Pension and Benefits Review." Please note that these …

The Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (MTRS) has been asked by the Pension Reserves Investment Management (PRIM) Board to assist them in the statewide election for a representative of the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System to the PRIM Board. As you may know, active and retired members of our system are eligible to become candidates …

Author: Leslie Lovett

Note the calendar year 2026 pensionable earnings limits for employees with membership dates after 12/31/1995

What this means for employers

Watch for mail from us in December and January

Beware of emails offering “MTRS Retirement Reviews”

Watch for email offers to "Schedule Your Annual MTRS Pension and Benefits Review"

Notice of PRIM Board election; please forward to MTRS members