Congressman Gooden Backs TRTA Push for Fair Treatment After WEP & GPO Repeal
Executive Summary: TRTA secured $1.9 billion in benefits for Texas retirees after the repeal of WEP and GPO. Challenges remain: spousal benefit rebate errors, Medicare reimbursements, and looming tax issues. Congressman Gooden has been a key TRTA ally, connecting us directly to SSA leadership. SSA has responded with professional, productive meetings. TRTA continues pressing for […]
TRS Board Meets, Raises TRS-Care Standard Deductible By $50 For Individuals
Executive Summary: TRS Board of Trustees convene for the first time in new building. Deductibles for TRS-Care Standard plan will be raised by $50 for individuals starting next year. Premiums for both TRS-Care Standard and TRS Medicare Advantage plans will remain the same. Member rewards program launching for TRS-Care standard plan. TRS-Care health education seminars […]
TRTF is Offering Disaster Relief Assistance for Retirees
The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) and Texas Retired Teachers Foundation (TRTF) are saddened by the loss experienced due to the recent flooding. Both TRTA and TRTF are focusing on doing our part, especially helping those TRS retirees impacted during this time of need. Many of our members and supporters have suffered greatly from these […]
Tim Lee Live Show Returns June 27 at 2:00 P.M. Central!
Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) Executive Director Tim Lee will be live on Facebook and YouTube on June 27 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 special edition of the live show will feature members […]
TRTA Leaders Honored for Their Legacy of Protecting Educators
Tim Lee, the Executive Director of the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA), and Bill Barnes, TRTA’s former Legislative Coordinator, were honored today by the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA) for their legacy of protecting and improving the lives of retired educators. Lee received the “2025 Sandi Borden Tribute to Texas Children Award” for […]
Tim Lee Live Today at 2:00 P.M. Central!
Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) Executive Director Tim Lee will be live on Facebook and YouTube on today 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. Today’s show will discuss the final days of the Texas Legislative Session. […]
Tim Lee Live Today at 2:00 P.M. Central!
Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) Executive Director Tim Lee will be live on Facebook and YouTube on today 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. Today’s show will feature an update on the Texas Legislative session, report […]
Urgent Action Alert: Vote NO on HB 3221 – Threatens TRS Funding
Use the Action Alert! The Texas House has postponed a vote on HB 3221 until Monday, May 12, at 8 a.m. HB 3221 is projected to have an actuarial impact of $806M to the Teacher Retirement System (TRS). HB 3221 attempts to equalize TRS contribution percentages for Independent School Districts (ISDs) and charter schools as […]
ACTION ALERT: Ask Your Representative to Vote “NO” on HB 3221
Over the last few years, TRS retirees have seen the repeal of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO), a cost-of-living increase, a 13th check, increased state funding for the pension fund, and reduced TRS-Care premiums. These successes have been due to the strength of TRTA’s membership. Together we are stronger and more […]
Tim Lee Live Today at 2:00 P.M. Central!
Over the last few years, TRS retirees have seen the repeal of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO), a cost-of-living increase, a 13th check, increased state funding for the pension fund, and reduced TRS-Care premiums. These successes have been due to the strength of TRTA’s membership. Together we are stronger and more […]