In addition, FRS members must contribute 3 percent of their salary towards their retirement benefits. The information provided in this guide is based on the Florida.Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan laws and rules in existence as of July 2024. Employees have two retirement plan options: the Pension Plan or the Investment Plan. Employees who enroll in the Pension Plan are vested after six years. If you are a State and. (a) Participation in the Florida Retirement System is compulsory for all officers and employees, except elected officers who meet the requirements of s. Retirement benefits are payable on the last state business day of each month. View my investment plan balance, calculate my pension plan benefit, make an initial plan election, make a second election, need help? Florida Retirement System (FRS) members can choose between the Pension Plan or the Investment plan.