TRS Board Meets, Discusses Stipends, and Adds to Its Retirees Advisory Committee
The Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Board of Trustees convened September 14 and 15
Successful Retirement Starts with Smart Financial Choices
Currently, nearly 10,000 people in the United States turn 65 years old every day. By
The Fountain of Youth Can Be Found in Friendships: The Health Benefits of Staying Social
Spending time with friends isn’t just great fun – it turns out there are profound
Four Tips for Eye Health in Today’s Digital World
Americans spend a whopping 4 hours and 25 minutes each day on their mobile devices. That
Want a More Serene – and Safer – Home? Check Out Our Fabulous 5 Tips to Declutter Your Home
Many of us are familiar with Marie Kondo’s philosophy of our homes should be filled
Your Dinner Impacts Your Dentistry: The Essential Nutrients for a Healthy Mouth
We all know the axiom “you are what you eat”. Our overall health is, to
This Autumn, Watch the Prices “Fall” Thanks to AMBA Discounts!
For fans of fashion, the change of season is the perfect opportunity for a change
Holy Guacamole – Avocados Fight Cancer and Keep the Heart Healthy!
Getting older comes with several life-changing realities. Making healthy choices is one of the most
September’s Recipe: The Best Turkey Chili You’ll Ever Eat
This hearty recipe is from a reader in North Carolina. It’s a great recipe to
TRTA Launches Social Media Blitz to Support Prop 9!
The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) launched its Vote FOR Prop 9 campaign with a
Reminder: Tim Lee to Host Live Event September 12
Tim Lee, the Texas Retired Teachers Association’s (TRTA) Executive Director, will continue a series of
Rep. Arrington Files HR 5342 Proposing WEP Reform
The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) is leading the charge with its national partners to
Tim Lee Live on Facebook and YouTube on September 12
Mark your calendars for one week from today! Tim Lee, the Texas Retired Teachers Association’s
TRTA Member Gives Back
By Frana Patterson, TRTA Second Vice-President Bata Boyd, 86 years old, is a member of
Verify Your Voter Registration Status
As members of the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) may know, the constitutional amendment that
Reminder: Tim Lee to Host Facebook/YouTube Live Event Today
Tim Lee, the Texas Retired Teachers Association’s (TRTA) Executive Director, will continue a series of
TRTA Endorses Prop 9!
The proposition number for the TRS COLA amendment is 9. Today, the Office of the
SOS to Announce Ballot Order August 4
Members of the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) have been waiting anxiously for more information
TRTF Virtual Walk Fundraiser Extended
In April, the Texas Retired Teachers Foundation (TRTF) launched its first ever Virtual Walk to
Back-to-School Savings Are Just Ahead with AMBA Discounts
September is a great time to begin to pursue educational opportunities in the things you’ve
Want to Keep Feeling Young at Heart? A Checklist for Older Americans
Maintaining good health is important throughout our lives. As we age, it’s more vital than
Can Technology Bridge the Social Isolation and Loneliness Gap Among Older Americans?
In 2018, Great Britain made history by appointing a Minister of Loneliness. The objective for
Motion is Lotion: How Exercise Can Help Mitigate and Prevent Joint Pain
Joint pain can make even the simplest tasks difficult. Even making a fist or climbing
TRS Board Votes on Changes to TRS-Care Medical Plans
The Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Board of Trustees convened July 13 and 14
TRTA District Presidents Convene for Annual Conference
The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) welcomes its twenty District Presidents to Pflugerville this week
TRTA Hosts Live Event on Facebook and YouTube, Announces Constitutional Amendment Election Plans
Tim Lee, the Texas Retired Teachers Association’s (TRTA) Executive Director, hosted a live event on
REMINDER: Tim Lee to Host Facebook/YouTube Live Event July 11
Tim Lee, the Texas Retired Teachers Association’s (TRTA) Executive Director, will be kicking off a
Happy Independence Day!
Happy Fourth of July to our dedicated Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) members! We thank
Tim Lee to Host Facebook/YouTube Live Event July 11
Members of the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) have started receiving their copies of TRTA’s
Senate Bill 10 Signed by Governor Abbott
Today, June 13, 2023, Senate Bill 10 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott.
Tim Lee Live Tomorrow at 4 P.M. On Facebook and YouTube
Tim Lee, the Texas Retired Teacher’s Association’s (TRTA) Executive Director, will be live on Facebook
Texas House Passes Senate Bill 10
Today, May 28, 2023, the Texas House of Representatives passed Senate Bill 10 in its
Texas Senate Passes Senate Bill 10
Today, May 27, 2023, the Texas Senate passed Senate Bill 10 in its amended form
Tim Lee Live at 11 A.M. CT on Facebook and YouTube
Tim Lee, the Texas Retired Teacher’s Association’s (TRTA) Executive Director, will be live on Facebook
Texas House Adopts HJR 2
The Texas House adopted HJR 2 tonight, as amended by the Texas Senate. While discussing
Texas Senate Passes HJR 2
Executive Summary: HJR 2 would authorize retired educators to receive a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) funded
Tim Lee to Discuss COLA Status at 5 P.M. CT on Facebook and YouTube
Tim Lee, the Texas Retired Teacher’s Association’s (TRTA) Executive Director, will be live on Facebook
Tim Lee’s Video Message About the End of the Session
Tim Lee, the Texas Retired Teacher’s Association’s (TRTA) Executive Director, has recorded a video message
Senate Finance Committee Set to Discuss HJR 2
Today, Thursday, May 18, the Senate Finance Committee will have a public hearing on HJR
Reminder: Tim Lee Live on Facebook and YouTube Today at 4 P.M. Central
Tim Lee, the Texas Retired Teachers Association’s (TRTA) Executive Director, will be live on Facebook and YouTube today, May
House Appoints Conferees for SB 10
The Texas House has appointed conferees for Senate Bill 10, the bill that is currently
Senate Appoints Conferees for SB 10
On Thursday, May 4, 2023, the Texas Senate appointed conferees for Senate Bill 10, the
Action Alert: Send a Thank You to Legislators for Sending SB 10 and HJR 2 to Conference Committees
On May 1, 2023, the Texas House passed Senate Bill 10. SB 10 would provide
Senate Bill 10 and HJR 2 Pass in Texas House
Senate Bill 10 and House Joint Resolution 2 were heard in the Texas House of Representatives on Friday,
Senate Bill 10 and HJR 2 to Be Heard on House Floor Tomorrow
Senate Bill 10 and House Joint Resolution 2 have been placed on the calendar to
Reminder: Tim Lee Live on Facebook and YouTube Tomorrow at 4 P.M. Central
Tim Lee, the Texas Retired Teachers Association’s (TRTA) Executive Director, will be live on Facebook and YouTube tomorrow, April
Reminder: Tim Lee Live on Facebook and YouTube Tomorrow at 4 P.M. Central
Tim Lee, the Texas Retired Teachers Association’s (TRTA) Executive Director, will be live on Facebook and YouTube tomorrow, April
TRTA Day at the Capitol 2023 is Here! How You Can Help
The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) is ready for our exciting Day at the Capitol
TRTA Day at the Capitol is Less Than 24 Hours Away! Help Us Promote It!
The Texas Retired Teachers Association’s (TRTA) exciting Day at the Capitol event is less than
TRTA Day at the Capitol 2023 is in One Week! Invite Your Legislators!
The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) welcomes ALL of our members to our exciting Day
TRTA Launches New Website
The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) is excited to announce its new website! We hope
Put a Spring in Your Step for TRTF!
Join the Texas Retired Teachers Foundation (TRTF) this spring as it launches its first ever
Senate Passes SB 10 & House Pensions Committee Passes HB 600
On Wednesday, March 29, 2023, the Texas Senate passed Senate Bill 10, the bill filed by
TRTA Day at the Capitol 2023 Will Be Here Soon!
The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) welcomes ALL of our members to our exciting Day
House PIFS, Senate Finance Meet to Discuss COLA Bills
Executive Summary: TRTA supports HB 600 and SB 10, both of which would provide retirees
TRTA Testifies to Appropriations Committee About Funding for COLA
The Texas House Committee on Appropriations met today and discussed funding for a benefit enhancement
PIFS Meets, Discusses Resolution to Urge Congress to Repeal WEP and GPO
The Texas House Pensions, Investments, and Financial Services (PIFS) Committee met on Wednesday, March 15
This Week: Legislative Hearings to Watch, Tim Lee to Address Member Questions on March 16
The Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) has heard from many members after publishing an Inside Line on
Breaking News: As Bill Deadline Passes, TRS Retirees Are Major Priority for 88th Legislature
Breaking News: As Bill Deadline Passes, TRS Retirees Are Major Priority for 88th Legislature The
Senate Finance Meets, Discusses Supplemental State Budget
Tim Lee, the Texas Retired Teachers Association’s (TRTA) Executive Director, will be live on Facebook and YouTube tomorrow, March