Texas State Teachers Association
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GPO WEP repealed

President Joe Biden has signed Social Security Fairness Act into law. The bill repeals statutes that diminished payouts to teachers, firefighters and other public sector workers. Thank you to everyone who contacted their legislators to make this historic win possible!

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Texas Legislature back in session

The 89th Texas Legislative Session has convened, and TSTA, as ever, is defending educators and the 5.4 million students preparing for their futures in Texas public schools. Be on the lookout for legislative alerts and actions you can take to make your voice heard this session.

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Disaster Relief Fund

The CTA Disaster Relief Fund is a resource to help our union siblings affected by the wildfires in Los Angeles County. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a difference in rebuilding lives and ensuring that communities can recover.

Racial and Social Justice

The Texas State Teachers Association believes that the path to racial and social justice lies with education. We have compiled resources you can use that amplify and celebrate racial and social equity in our schools, meaningful allyship and restorative justice.

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Education News

January 17, 2025

Greg Abbott wants to extend Texas’ DEI ban to K-12 schools

As Texas lawmakers wrap up the first week of the 2025 legislative session, Governor Greg Abbott has signaled another public education priority he wants on their list: banning diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in K-12 public schools.

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Take Action

Moving forward after a tough election

As educators, we are united in supporting every student—Native, Asian, Black, Latino, newcomer, white, LGBTQ+ and disabled—who all deserve high-quality, safe, and welcoming public schools.
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Locals

Keller school district considers split, prompting concerns from parents, officials

Keller school trustees are eyeing a possible plan to split the district in two, according to Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker and council member Charlie Lauersdorf.

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GRADING TEXAS

Gov. Abbott’s voucher plan is a form of welfare for millionaires

Gov. Abbott has made it clear two years ago that the Legislature must pass a universal voucher program, one that gives taxpayer-funded subsidies to millionaires – as well as people of lesser means -- for their children’s private school tuition and related expenses.

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NEA MEMBER BENEFITS

Discover all the ways we can help you!

Discover all the ways we can help you! NEA Member Benefits program offers credit cards, income protection, auto buying, travel, everyday discounts, and more.

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