Why can’t TRS answer my questions about health benefits or other deductions from my monthly payments?
TRS can only answer questions about programs that we administer and deductions that we implement. These include federal tax withholding, TDA loans, cost recovery, tax withholdings, and IRS or Family Court liens.
Other agencies are responsible for deductions related to your health insurance premiums, union dues, and certain voluntary benefits you may be enrolled in, such as those provided by New York State United Teachers (NYSUT). Please contact those entities directly with questions.
The Retiree Health Benefits Program is administered by the New York City Office of Labor Relations at (212) 513-0470.