Federal tax withholding could change your annuity payment in 2026.
Federal tax withholding tables can change every calendar year, depending on action taken by Congress and/or the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). AFRF is required to implement changes made by the IRS and has updated the tax withholding tables for 2026 pursuant to IRS Publication 15-T. Annuitants with tax table withholdings will see changes to their annuities in 2026. If you have any concerns regarding changes to your annuity amount, please contact the pension office.
If you would like to make any changes to your tax withholding, you will need to submit a Form W-4P, which can be found on the Retiree Forms page. AFRF cannot provide tax advice to members. Please consult a qualified tax advisor for help with decisions regarding your tax withholding.
Your annuity amount could also be impacted by insurance premium changes.
Some retirees will also see a change in their annuity payment if they made a new benefit election during Open Enrollment, had a qualifying life event in December, or became eligible for Medicare in January.
If you have any questions regarding your health benefits, please contact the City of Austin Benefits Division at (512) 974-3284.
Your annuity amount could also be impacted by increased union dues.
Members of IAFF Local 975 will see a slight change to their annuity payment. Effective January 2026, monthly union dues will increase from $9.53 to $9.80.
If you have any questions regarding your union membership, please contact IAFF Local 975 directly at (512) 441-7572 or info@iafflocal975.org.