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Texas public education news and updates on our union's work, written and edited by Texas AFT staff.

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A tale of two districts and the question of local control

Midland ISD is taking aim at recapture and Austin ISD is fighting shake off a potential TEA takeover. While their goals are different, both these challenges signal broader disgruntlement over local control and state intrusion.

Educator-backed candidates hit near-clean sweep in Texas primary runoff elections

Most Texas AFT-endorsed candidates emerged victorious in Tuesday’s primary runoff elections and will head to a general election - one that has great consequences for public education.

May 29

Public Education at a Crossroads: Vouchers, Cuts, and the Fight Ahead

While educators across Texas are making plans for the new school year, big moves in Washington, D.C., are threatening the foundation of public education — and putting our students, our profession, and our funding on the line. Let’s break it down. The “Big Beautiful Bill” — Not So Pretty for Public Schools The U.S. Congress… [ more ]

Jul 10, 2025

Statement on Passage of Social Security Fairness Act, Repealing WEP/GPO

Texas AFT President Zeph Capo and Texas AFT Retiree Plus Chair Rita Runnels issued the following statements celebrating the bipartisan passage of the Social Security Fairness Act (H.R. 82).

Dec 21, 2024

Statement on Social Security Fairness Act Vote in the U.S. Senate

Texas AFT President Zeph Capo and Texas AFT Retiree Plus Chair Rita Runnels issued the following statements following the U.S. Senate’s 73-27 vote to proceed toward a final vote on the bipartisan Social Security Fairness Act (H.R. 82).

Dec 19, 2024