TRS-Care Standard provides health coverage for retirees without Medicare. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas administers the plan’s medical benefits and Express Scripts administers the prescription drug benefits. The plan year is from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31. …
September 2026 Board Summary The Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Board of Trustees met Thursday, Sept. 17 – 18, 2026, in person at TRS headquarters at 4655 Mueller Blvd. in Austin. View board presentations by clicking on September’s board meeting …
Do you have questions about your TRS benefits or retirement? TRS conducts several different retirement sessions for active members and those considering retirement. Explore the information and details below to see which session works best for you! …
The Board of Trustees is responsible for the administration of the system under provisions of the state constitution and laws. The board is composed of nine trustees who are appointed to staggered terms of six years. Three trustees are direct …
Many TRS forms can be filled out on your computer with Adobe Acrobat Reader. After printing a form, write your name and TRS member ID at the top of every page and make sure nothing was cut off at the edges. If you submit a paper form, you must sign it by …
Welcome to the TRS family! As a new member, it's important to take specific actions at the start of your career. That's why we provide a new member checklist — so you have access to the resources you need to connect with your retirement system right …
The TRS retirement plan is a defined benefit plan. This means retirement benefits are determined using a formula established by Texas law. As a TRS member, you’re required to contribute a percentage of your eligible compensation as your share in funding …
What is Form 1095-B and why do I need one? Form 1095-B is a tax form that shows proof of medical coverage. Initiated in 2016, most people have to report to the federal government that they, along with their dependents, had medical coverage during the …