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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 new federal voucher tax credit is coming in 2027. Here's what it means for Texas and other states.

Vouchers through a tax mechanism arrived at the federal level when President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act into law last year - what effect will it have and what should we expect?

A budget is a moral document.

A budget serves as a statement of our values: what are we willing to put genuine money behind? TEA's answer: more to TIA and Bluebonnet.

Oct 2

Retiree Plus members make their comeback at TRS board meeting.

Texas AFT Retiree Plus members continue their fight for a COLA tied to inflation as TRS acknowledges that retirees are increasingly looking for employment during these trying times.

Sep 25

Ballot Spotlight: Texas Governor

Renewed attention on vouchers and public schools as a result of funding shortfalls combined with recent about-faces on policy begs the question: is Greg Abbott in greater danger than expected as he seeks an unprecedented 4th term as Texas Governor?

Sep 11