What is WEP?

WEP is the acronym for Windfall Elimination Provision. If you receive a TRSL retirement benefit and you worked long enough in other employment to qualify for a Social Security benefit, the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) is usually used to reduce your own Social Security earned benefit. WEP goes into effect when you reach age 62 or become disabled, however there are some exceptions. TRSL recommends that you contact the Social Security Administration for explanations of possible WEP reductions.

When you receive an estimate of your Social Security benefit, the amount probably will not have been reduced by either the GPO or WEP provisions. You should specifically ask Social Security to calculate the reduction for you. If you have basic Social Security questions, you may contact TRSL at 225-925-6446. Otherwise, you will need to contact Social Security if you have specific questions about your account with them.

---

Need more information?

  TRSL and Social Security Benefits
  Social Security Administration