ACTION ALERT: TRTA Calls on Gov. Abbott to Add a COLA to the Special Session
TRTA asking members to share this message with fellow retirees and to take action today! The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) is asking Gov. Greg Abbott to add a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) or other benefit increase for retired educators to the special session call. CLICK HERE TO USE OUR ACTION ALERT! Members of the Teacher […]
A Message from TRTA President Leroy DeHaven
The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) is requesting Governor Greg Abbott to consider adding a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) or other benefit increase for members of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) to the call for the special session. Here is the letter from Tim Lee, TRTA’s Executive Director, to Governor Abbott. Earlier today, Tim […]
TRTA Announces Membership Awards Winners
Each year, the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) runs a series of membership awards to stimulate growth in the local units and districts. Today, we are announcing the winners of these awards, which goes to locals and districts that have experienced the highest percentage of growth. February 28, 2021 marked the end of the 2020-2021 […]
Facebook Friday with Tim Lee
TRTA’s Executive Director, Tim Lee, will discuss the latest news and updates live on Facebook and YouTube Friday, May 21 at 2:00 p.m. Central. You may view this live event on TRTA’s Facebook page and YouTube channel! You do not need to have an account with either service to view the video. The end of […]
TRTA Executive Director Tim Lee on Facebook Live and YouTube on Friday!
It’s been a busy week at the Texas Capitol, and TRTA’s Executive Director, Tim Lee, will discuss the latest news and updates live on Facebook and YouTube Friday, May 14 at 2:00 p.m. Central. You may view this live event on TRTA’s Facebook page and YouTube channel! You do not need to have an account […]
House Calendar Deadline Approaches, COLA Bill Unlikely to Advance
The deadline for Texas House bills to be added to the House Calendar is tonight, and there has not been traction on HB 3214, which would provide a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for retired educators. The Legislature has the authority to pass a benefit enhancement for retirees so long as it doesn’t increase the date by […]
Cost-of-Living Adjustment Talking Points
The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) is pushing for a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) or a supplemental payment for retired educators this legislative session! HB 3214, the COLA bill with the most traction at this time, has still not been set for debate by the full Texas House. HB 3507, the supplemental payment bill with the […]
TRTF Offering Disaster Relief Assistance to TRS Retirees
The Texas Retired Teachers Foundation (TRTF) is offering assistance to retirees impacted by winter storm Uri. The assistance comes in the form of one-time grants through TRTF. The TRTF Board of Trustees has determined that any retiree who is receiving benefits from the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) is eligible to apply for an […]
TRTA Executive Director Tim Lee on Facebook Live and YouTube Tomorrow!
As members of the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) know, there is still much work to do as the 87th Legislative Session enters its final weeks. Please be sure to tune in TOMORROW (Friday, May 7) at 2:00 p.m. Central to hear from TRTA Executive Director Tim Lee and TRTA Legislative Coordinator Larry Yawn and […]
PIFS Committee Discusses Resolution to Repeal WEP, GPO
The Texas House Pensions, Investments, and Financial Services Committee (PIFS) met Wednesday, April 28, 2021 and discussed Senate resolution SCR 17 by Senator Bryan Hughes (R, Mineola). The bill was laid out to the PIFS Committee by Representative Abel Herrero (D, Robstown) a long-time champion for repealing the GPO and the WEP. SCR 17 urges […]