Verna Mitchell’s Unexpected Journey
Many members of the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) know Verna Mitchell. Some may not know her full name—Verna “George” Brown Mitchell. “I was the second child and second daughter,” she adds, “someone was going to have his (her father’s) name!” Unlike some who enter the education field, Verna did not plan to become an educator. […]
Senate Finance Meets, Discusses Appropriations Bill
On Monday, February 10, 2025, the Senate Finance Committee met to begin discussions on Article III of Senate Bill 1, the General Appropriations bill, also referred to as the state budget bill. The Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) presented invited testimony, and the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) provided a public statement. TRS Executive […]
Tim Lee Live Event Today Cancelled
Unfortunately, the Texas Retired Teachers Association’s (TRTA) Executive Director Tim Lee is ill today. The Facebook/YouTube live event is cancelled. Please plan to join Tim Lee next Friday, February 14. The Senate Finance Committee will meet on Monday, February 10 at 10 a.m. Members will also be able to watch the live broadcast of that […]
Tim Lee Live Event Tomorrow at 2 P.M. Central
Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) Executive Director Tim Lee will be live on Facebook and YouTube on Friday, February 7 at 2:00 p.m. Central. TRTA members are able to view these events on the TRTA Facebook page and YouTube channel and do not need to have an account to view these events. This week’s show will preview TRTA’s testimony for the upcoming Texas […]
Introducing TRTA & ME Stories, Member-Centric Stories Inspired by YOU!
TRTA & ME stories are a new, exciting way to keep up with everything going on in the lives of Texas Retired Teachers Association’s (TRTA) incredible membership! Follow along as we explore the wide range of stories of our members’ amazing lives, and how they give back to their communities, are involved in legislative advocacy, […]
Join TRTA Executive Director Tim Lee Live This Friday, January 31!
Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) Executive Director Tim Lee will be live on Facebook and YouTube on Friday, January 31 at 2:00 p.m. Central. TRTA members are able to view these events on the TRTA Facebook page and YouTube channel and do not need to have an account to view these events. This week’s show will cover the latest updates on the implementation […]
Tim Lee Live Friday, January 24 at 2:00 P.M.
Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) Executive Director Tim Lee will be live on Facebook and YouTube tomorrow, Friday, January 24 at 2:00 p.m. TRTA members are able to view these events on the TRTA Facebook page and YouTube channel and do not need to have an account to view these events. This week’s show will cover the start of the […]
Don’t Miss Tim Lee Live Today at 2:00 p.m.
Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) Executive Director Tim Lee will be live today, January 17, at 2:00 p.m. Members are able to view these events on the TRTA Facebook page and YouTube channel. You do not need to have an account to view these events. Today’s topics include the latest news on the repeal of the Windfall Elimination […]
U.S. Representatives Implore SSA to Implement WEP, GPO Repeal As Soon As Possible
U.S. Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (MO-08) and Social Security Subcommittee Chairman Ron Estes (KS-04) sent a letter to the Social Security Administration (SSA) regarding the recent repeal of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO). In the letter, the Representatives ask the agency to “implement the law as quickly […]
89th Legislative Session Begins, TRTA Facebook Fridays Return
The Texas Legislature convened yesterday, January 14, 2025, for their 89th Legislative Session. The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) is ready to share our priorities with all legislators in the Texas Senate and House of Representatives. What Can TRTA Members Expect This Session? While many bills have been filed ahead of session, there is still […]