Early Voting Continues Through March 2: VOTE TODAY!
Many Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) members are going to the polls to participate in early voting in the Primary Election. Remember that in Texas, you can make your vote count the most by voting in the Primary of your choice! Most elections in Texas are decided during the Primary Election, not during the General […]
TRS Board Meets, Discusses Customer Services Issues, Rate of Return
Executive Summary: TRS Board of Trustees to vote on changing rate of return assumption in April. TRTA members and leadership provided testimony about the future of the pension fund. TRS provided presentations on the customer service issues, including increased phone call volume. TRS received presentations on changing the rate of return assumption. The Teacher Retirement […]
TRS Board of Trustees Meeting Starts Tomorrow (February 14)! Watch Online!
As the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) reported last week, the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Board of Trustees will be meeting in Edinburg on Wednesday, February 14 through Friday, February 16. How to Watch the Meeting Online! We urge all members of TRTA in the area to attend in person (UT Rio Grande […]
TRS Board of Trustees to Meet February 14-16, Primary Election Update
The Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Board of Trustees will meet next week in Edinburg, Texas for its annual retreat. The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) reported on the significance of this meeting in December 2017 when the board discussed the agency’s actuarial valuation. At the time, TRS reported that the pension fund exceeded […]
TRS News and Primary Election Update
The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) has heard from many members lately regarding changes to the TRS-Care retiree health insurance plan, as well as changes in monthly annuity amounts and IRS implications for tax returns. Below are some answers to the most frequently asked questions TRTA has received. Annuity Letters The Teacher Retirement System of […]
Texas Retired Teachers Association Launches New Website
The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) has launched its new website. One of the biggest features of the new website is its mobile compatibility, meaning that users will be more easily able to navigate the site using phones and tablets. The site brings a fresh, exciting design to TRTA, and encourages member growth and engagement […]
Voter Registration Deadline Upcoming, Make A Plan to Vote in the Primary Elections
The Texas primary elections are the most direct way retired educators can make positive changes to retirement benefits such as cost-of-living adjustments and TRS-Care. The Texas Legislature is the state’s governing body that determines how much funding the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) receives. By voting for pro-public education candidates in the Texas primaries, retirees can […]
Online Convention Registration Open
The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) will host its 65th annual convention at the La Cantera Resort and Spa, located at 16641 La Cantera Parkway in San Antonio. The convention will take place from April 8-10. You can register online here. Convention registration is $40, not including additional events. Use the following steps to register […]
TRS-Care Premiums Schedule and Gearing Up for the Texas Primaries
TRS-Care, the state-run health insurance for retired Texas educators, saw significant changes to its plan structure and premium rates in 2017. The changes occurred in both the Texas Legislature’s regular session and the following 30-day special session. For many retirees, these changes included an increase in premium costs to ensure the health care program stayed […]
Happy Holidays from TRTA!
The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) extends its season’s greetings to all members and friends. As the year draws to a close, we know our dedicated retirees will enjoy spending time with loved ones and celebrating the holidays. We at TRTA, the Board of Directors and staff, want to express our sincere appreciation to all […]