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Will I have TDA deductions from my summer pay? FAQ
3/19/2025 10:19:25 AM

Yes. TDA deductions are taken out of summer pay.


How are my TDA contributions invested? FAQ
3/19/2025 10:19:27 AM

If you are enrolling in the TDA Program for the first time, you may elect how to invest your future TDA contributions by logging in to the secure section of our website or by filing a paper TDA Enrollment Form (code TD1). If you are already a TDA participant, you may elect how to invest your future TDA contributions and any past TDA accumulations by logging in to the secure section of our website or by filing a paper TDA Investment Election Change Form (code TD45) on a quarterly basis. Investing in 5% multiples, you may choose any combination of TRS' Passport Funds.


What are the benefits of participating in the TDA Program? FAQ
3/19/2025 10:19:26 AM

TRS’ TDA Program provides you the opportunity to build supplemental funds for retirement throughout your working years. Here are a few benefits of participation.

  • Pre-Tax or After-Tax Investment: You can open a traditional TDA account or a Roth account, or both
  • Investment Flexibility: Diverse investment choices
  • Convenience: Contributions deducted automatically from your pay
  • Loan Availability: Participants in the traditional TDA option can access to their TDA money before retirement
  • Online access: Account management on our website

What are the types of TDA withdrawals? FAQ
9/10/2025 11:08:59 AM
If you are a member with TDA Deferral status, or have separated from service through resignation or termination, or have reached age 59½, you can request a direct withdrawal from your TDA program account. If you are an in-service member not in TDA Deferral status and under age 59½ and experiencing a sudden and heavy financial hardship, you can request a hardship withdrawal from your TDA program account. All hardship withdrawals (except those based on domestic abuse) require documentation to substantiate the request.
 

What will happen to my TDA deductions if I take a leave of absence? FAQ
3/19/2025 10:19:24 AM

Your TDA deductions will stop while you're on a leave of absence; however, your TDA funds will continue to earn the appropriate investment return, based on your investment elections.


When will my TDA Quarterly Statement be available? FAQ
3/19/2025 10:20:02 AM

Members with TDA Deferral status can view their TDA Quarterly Statements by logging in to the secure section of our website. Statements are available within one to two months after the end of each quarter of the calendar year.


How can I apply for a TDA or Roth Hardship withdrawal? FAQ
9/10/2025 1:07:34 PM

TDA and Roth hardship withdrawals can be done online in the secure section of the TRS website. After logging into the secure section, navigate to your TDA or Roth landing page.


How may I stop my TDA contributions? FAQ
3/19/2025 10:19:23 AM

You may stop contributing to the TDA Program at any time by accessing the TDA feature in the secure section of our website, or by filing a paper TDA Contribution Rate Change Form (code TD4). Your contributions would stop with the first payroll that occurs at least 30 days after TRS receives your election.

Generally, once your TDA contributions have stopped, you may access the TDA feature or file a paper TDA Contribution Rate Change Form at any time to resume contributing.


Are my TDA beneficiaries considered in the calculation of my RMD? FAQ
9/11/2025 10:30:05 AM

In general, no. If you have more than one TDA beneficiary, your RMD is based only on your age. However, if you have only one primary beneficiary for your TDA account, and it is your spouse who is more than 10 years younger than you, then your beneficiary’s age is a factor in the calculation of your RMD.


Are my TDA beneficiaries considered in the calculation of my RMD? FAQ
4/21/2026 11:25:16 AM

In general, no. If you have more than one TDA beneficiary, your RMD is based only on your age. However, if you have only one primary beneficiary for your TDA account, and it is your spouse who is more than 10 years younger than you, then your beneficiary’s age is a factor in the calculation of your RMD.