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Over-implementation of SB 2615 (the public employee "return to work" bill) has caused problems in Texas A&M Victoria - a campus that traded on its online flexibility for students and faculty.

H-1B visa holders make up less than half a percentage point of all Texas teachers, but they fill important gaps in urban districts - the Governor's proposal is unnecessarily cruel and solves no problems while making the staffing crisis worse.

Our overview of where things stand politically ahead of the 2026-27 school year and Texas AFT's resources and benefits to help you have a happy and healthy back-to-school period.

Governor Greg Abbott announced the membership of his Texas Classroom Commission, which includes former and current teachers. But questions about the commission's efficacy are still to be answered.

This week, we at Texas AFT launched our Open Letter to Our Elected Officials campaign, which will serve as our focus for the 2026 back to school season, November elections, and the 90th legislative session to come in 2027. The Open Letter covers a range of issues including school funding, wages, paperwork, freedom to teach, gun safety, behavioral support, mental health counseling, and more.

The Attorney General position has been among the main tools used by far-right groups and politicians to weaponize the law, especially against public and higher education. Who should come after Paxton? Nathan Johnson.

Texas AFT's response to the creation of the Texas Classroom Commission.

Texas AFT's 2025-2026 membership sruvey results do not paint a bright picture of the real state of public education.