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Remember the Termination and Reemployment Rules
Feb 18, 2026, 13:30 PM by MOSERS
We would like to take a moment to review the termination and reemployment rules and to highlight an important reminder.
To meet IRS requirements, a retiree must have a bona fide termination before returning to work or receiving a MOSERS retirement benefit. This means they must:
- Fully separate from employment.
- Have no prearranged agreement to return (written or oral).
- Not work for the state of Missouri or any MOSERS-covered employer in any capacity within 30 days after termination.
It’s important to note that this applies to all positions, including part-time, non-benefit-eligible roles. Returning to work in any capacity before meeting these requirements, or before retirement begins, may affect benefit eligibility.
When in doubt, contact MOSERS’ Employer Services team. We are happy to help!
For more information, visit our Working After Retirement page.
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