New York State and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS) Application to Reinstate a Former Membership (RS 5506)

Active employee applies to be reinstated to membership of the New York State and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS).

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NYSLRS Reinstate a Former Membership (RS 5506)
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New York State and Local Retirement System
                110 State Street
        Albany, New York 12244-0001

Complete pages 1 and 4 of this form. Pages 2 and 3 provide a comparison of benefits for members covered under regular plans.

If you have questions call the Information Office toll free at 1-866-805-0990, in Albany area at 474-7736 or by email at

nyslrsinfo@osc.state.ny.us

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Form Facts

Form Type: Downloadable, PDF document

Requirements: Adobe Reader

Updated: 8/2013

Owner: Employee's Retirement System