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What should I do when I am ready to retire?
You must contact your agency’s Human Resources Office to begin the actual retirement process.We strongly recommend that you obtain an estimate from LASERS 18 months prior to your anticipated retire...
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Retirement planning process
When you are ready to begin the retirement process, review the Ready to Retire section to find the steps you should take in the months, weeks, and days leading up to retirement. Ideally, you should...
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How does annual and sick leave affect retirement?
If you retire in state service, or out of state service with at least 20 years of service credit, your unused leave can either be converted to service credit to increase your monthly benefit or be ...
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How do I get a copy of my annual statement?
You may view and print your annual statements from the previous five years in myLASERS or you may call our office to request a duplicate be mailed to you.
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What are pre-retirement seminars?
LASERS seminars are a valuable resource for understanding your retirement options and planning effectively. We currently offer the following seminars: The Pre-Retirement Program (PREP) seminar is f...
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What happens if I get divorced?
Retirement benefits, including DROP or IBO funds received or accumulated during marriage, are generally considered community property in Louisiana to be shared with your spouse.Any contributions to...
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What happens if I am called for active military service?
While on military leave, you may elect to pay contributions to LASERS. If this option is not exercised, according to the Uniformed Services Employment and Re-employment Rights Act (USERRA), you can...
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What is the formula for calculating the amount of a pension?
Average Compensation × Accrual Rate × Years of Service CreditAverage Compensation is based on a member’s highest 36 or 60 months of earnings. Accrual rate is determined by the retirement plan o...
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Are members of LASERS able to draw Social Security benefits?
For their State service, LASERS members do not pay the Social Security tax and are not eligible to draw benefits. The LASERS retirement system is mandatory for most state employees.The Windfall Eli...
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What is LASERS address and contact information?
LASERS representatives are available to assist you Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Phone NumbersLocal: 225.922.0600Toll-free: 800.256.3000Fax: 225.935.2856 Mailing Address P.O. Box 44...