TRTF Helps Retirees Who Need “A Helping Hand”
Thank you, members of the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) for joining us during Foundation Month, a time to honor the charitable work done by our partner organization, the Texas Retired Teachers Foundation (TRTF). Today, we focus on two of TRTF’s most vital, emergency need programs, “A Helping Hand” and Disaster Relief. “A Helping Hand” […]
TRTA in D.C. Fighting for WEP & GPO Repeal
Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) Executive Director Tim Lee is in Washington, D.C. this week fighting for the passage of HR 82, which would repeal the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO). The WEP is a law that prevents retired Texas educators that participate in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas […]
Happy Election Day!
Members of the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA), the day has finally arrived! Election Day is here, and if you have not made your way to the polls to cast your vote, please do so today! Be sure to share your “I Voted!” photos with us in the comments section of this Facebook post. The 89th Legislative […]
November is Foundation Month!
Many members of the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) are familiar with our charitable partner, the Texas Retired Teachers Foundation (TRTF). TRTF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides resources for retired TRS annuitants as well as active and beginning teachers. Since 2008, TRTF has distributed more than $1 million to educators of the past, […]
Election Day is One Week Away!
Members of the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA), early voting for the November General Election continues through this Friday, November 1! The 89th Legislative Session begins in January, and it’s important for our members to make their voices known. Many TRTA members have voted early and shared their “I Voted!” photos with us. You can share […]
General Election 2024: Early Voting Continues This Week!
Members of the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA), early voting for the November General Election continues through next Friday, November 1! The 89th Legislative Session begins in January, and it’s important for our members to make their voices known. We encourage you to vote early and bring along friends, family members, and neighbors! Review your ballot ahead […]
General Election 2024: Early Voting Begins, Request to Vote by Mail Deadline
Members of the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA), early voting for the November General Election begins today, October 21! As we head into the 89th Legislative Session that begins in January, it’s important for our members to vote. We encourage our members to vote early and to bring along friends, family members, and neighbors to the […]
General Election 2024: Get Ready for Early Voting
Members of the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA), the November General Election is approaching quickly! Early voting begins in one week. As we head into the 89th Legislative Session that begins in January, it’s important for our members to make a plan to vote! Researching Candidates There will be many new faces in the Texas […]
General Election 2024: Last Day to Register to Vote!
Members of the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA), the November General Election is approaching quickly! As we head into the 89th Legislative Session that begins in January, it’s important for our members to make a plan to vote! The first step in preparing for the election is to ensure you are registered or that your […]
Recent Congressional Action on the Social Security Fairness Act
As previously reported by the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA), The Social Security Fairness Act (H.R. 82) has recently gained significant traction in Congress, marking a pivotal moment for public sector workers affected by the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO). These provisions have long reduced Social Security benefits for Teacher Retirement […]