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Pensions & Policy Pulse: This Week's Key Market Movers and Industry Insights

Welcome back to our weekly roundup, where we highlight the latest and most impactful news in pensions, investments, and the broader economic landscape. This week brought significant events, including new policy updates affecting retirement funds, shifts in market conditions, discussions around local pension plans, and even a dash of professional development. Staying informed is crucial for anyone involved in the pension world, whether you're a trustee, manager, or advocate for retirement security.

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Government Watch

Congress raised the debt limit this year to prevent a government default. They are working to agree on next year's budget by Sept. 30.

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House Pensions & Investments Committee to Host Public Hearing at 8 a.m. on April 12

The Texas House Committee on Pensions, Investments and Financial Services is holding a public hearing at 8 a.m. Wednesday, April 12 in E2.014 of the Capitol Building. 

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Spending Bill Vote Likely to Push Through Secure Act 2.0 Before Christmas

Legislation that includes retirement provisions affecting public safety employees and state and local government retirement plans is nearing passage on Capitol Hill as part of an end-of-year omnibus spending bill. 

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921 Bills Prefilled for Texas' 88th Legislative Session

Nov. 14 was the first day of bill prefiling for Texas' upcoming 88th Legislative Session, and 921 bills and resolutions were filed (646 House bills and 198 Senate bills). 

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Upcoming Interim Legislative Hearings

Below is a list of upcoming or recently held interim Texas legislative hearings TEXPERS' System Members and others interested in managing public employee pensions in the state might be interested in following. The topics either directly or indirectly impact pension management or governance issues. 

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Houston Firefighters’ Relief and Retirement Fund Selects Government Expert Tim Schauer as Executive Director

Effective Feb. 1, 2022, Tim Schauer will step into the role of executive director of the Houston Firefighters’ Relief and Retirement Fund, according to a recent news release.

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