Jun 25, 2025 · LASERS administers 24 retirement plans covering over 150,000 members and their families.

Application for Repayment of Refunded Service Authorization for Direct Deposit Designation of Beneficiary Refund of Accumulated Contributions Request for First Eligible Letter for Social Security Request for Retirement Benefits Estimate Request for Withdrawal from DROP-IBO Account (for DROP accounts at LASERS) W-4P Withholding Certificate for Periodic Pension …

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While you enjoy your retirement, we hope you stay connected with LASERS. Explore this section and the menu options to find the tools you need to manage your account and stay informed about your retirement.

This may be your most important LASERS resource. This guide contains detailed information about LASERS membership, the Initial Benefit Option (IBO) and Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP), service credit, transfers, unused leave, re-employed retirees, various retirement options, and much more. Use the tabs below to view the full document or individual chapters.

Welcome The Louisiana State Employees’ Retirement System (LASERS) provides defined benefit plans for various categories of members: Regular State Employees Hazardous Duty Services Correctional Officers Wildlife Agents Peace Officers Bridge Police for the Crescent City Connection (DOTD) Alcohol and Tobacco Agents for the Department of Revenue Certain …

Thank you for your service to the state of Louisiana! It’s important to remember that retirement is not an overnight process and involves teamwork – you, your agency, LASERS, and ample planning time. When you are ready to retire, review our checklist and resources in this section to get acquainted with the process and begin your retirement planning.

When the 1st Falls on a Weekend or Holiday: Benefit payments are scheduled to be paid on the first of the month. However, receipt of your funds can be affected by whether you receive a check or direct deposit and your financial institution’s rules when the first falls on a weekend or holiday. If you have questions regarding the availability of your funds, please contact your financial ...

Whether you are new to LASERS, experiencing life changes in the middle of your career, or preparing for retirement, we aim to ensure that you are well-informed and prepared when you are ready to retire. Use the left-side menu or select a stage below to explore the resources available to guide you in your retirement journey.

The documents on this page provide accurate information regarding LASERS and other helpful facts.