At the time of retirement, an irrevocable election shall be made to provide a monthly pension benefit to eligible survivor(s) based on the options below:

• No reduction to member’s pension = 50% survivor’s pension
• 2% reduction to member’s pension = 66.67% survivor’s pension
• 3% reduction to member’s pension = 75% survivor’s pension
• 6% reduction to member’s pension = 100% survivor’s pension

*This election is irrevocable and must be made prior to the issuance of the first pension direct deposit.

Frequently Asked Questions

To access the training online please visit:
The Delaware Safety Council and pay $12.
Discounts will be applied automatically.
This training is for retirees in the State Employees’, Judicial, Old State Police and New State Police Pension Plans.
Contact Delaware Safety Council for Questions at:
(302) 276-0660

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Virtual
SEPP Pre-Retirement Workshop

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November 18, 2026, from 9 am - 11 am
Learn More About Preretirement Workshops