The Texas Pension Review Board will meet at 10 a.m. CT on Thursday, July 25, 2024, and the meeting promises to encompass critical discussions pertinent to the management and oversight of public pension funds in Texas. And you can attend on Zoom!
Set your reminders for an exceptional day of networking and golf on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024, at the Brackenridge Park Golf Course in San Antonio, Texas. This event highlights the TEXPERS 2024 Summer Educational Forum, offering fun and professional interaction.
Juneteenth, commemorated annually since 2021 as a federal observance, marks a pivotal moment in American history—the end of slavery. It also serves as a stark reminder of the continuous struggle for justice and equality in the United States. In the context of public pensions, Juneteenth underscores the importance of secure retirement plans in promoting economic equity for all Texans.
In the wake of persistent economic uncertainties, the latest Retirement Confidence Survey released by the Employee Benefit Research Institute and Greenwald Research reveals a mixed sentiment among American workers and retirees.
He's said it once and repeating it: Texas governmental entities have a legal duty to redact any personally identifying information on voters' ballots when a Public Information Act request is made. In a new legal ruling, the state's Attorney General, Ken Paxton, issued the reminder.
The Texas Pension Review Board has put out requests for comment on the changes they will propose to the Texas Legislature for the Texas Local Fire Firefighters Retirement Act, also known as TLFFRA.
Among the distinguished speakers for the TEXPERS 2024 Annual Conference, April 7-10 in Dallas, Texas, one name shines brightly in economic analysis: Mariam Yousuf, Business Economist at the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. Scheduled to take center stage on April 10, 2024, from 10 to 10:35 a.m. in the Reunion Ballroom on the Lobby Level, Yousuf will deliver an economic update, drawing from her expertise in dissecting regional economic dynamics.
Mark your calendars because an astronomical event is set to dazzle TEXPERS 2024 Annual Conference attendees. On April 8, amidst the bustling cityscape of Dallas, Texas, the lawn outside one of the city's most recognizable landmarks will transform into a celestial theater, offering a front-row seat to witness the awe-inspiring total eclipse of the sun.
March 12, 2024, is Equal Pay Day, and it's imperative to pay attention to the disparity in wage rates between men and women and the implications for retirement security.
The Texas Pension Review Board (PRB) is a state agency that oversees all Texas public retirement systems, both state and local, regarding their actuarial soundness and compliance with state reporting requirements. The PRB provides pensioners and fund managers with news, education, and guidance. The next Texas Pension Review Board meeting is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at the William P. Clements Building in Austin, Texas.
Did you welcome the Lunar New Year with open arms? The celebration presents an ideal occasion for fund leaders to rejuvenate their thinking and gain new perspectives about their fund and annuitants.
Feb. 20 was World Day of Social Justice, a poignant moment for us at the Texas Association of Public Employee Retirement Systems (TEXPERS) to reflect on the profound impact of pension systems in fostering social and economic justice across the Lone Star State.
The Texas Association of Public Employee Retirement Systems is excited to announce that Polen Capital, a global asset manager, is the Lanyard Sponsor of the TEXPERS 2024 Annual Conference.
As the 2024 election cycle heats up, Texas voters will soon have the opportunity to cast their ballots in the March 5 primary elections. The primary elections are how Texas' political parties decide who ends up on the general election ballot in November. The results will have significant implications for the state's future of public policy, politics, and government.
We are excited to announce that we have partnered with Whova, an award-winning event app and event management software, to provide you with a seamless and engaging experience at the TEXPERS 2024 Annual Conference, which will take place on April 7-10, 2024, at the Hyatt Regency Dallas, in Downtown Dallas, Texas.
National Poverty in America Awareness Month is observed every year in January. This observance aims to recognize the severe conditions of poverty that many people live in. It provides an opportunity to learn more about this social issue, raise awareness among others, and understand how everyone can help.
Alva Littlejohn, who served on the Lubbock Fire Pension for 32 years and as a firefighter for 29 years in the City of Lubbock, died on Dec. 11, 2023. Family and friends remembered him during a visitation on Dec. 17 and funeral services on Dec. 18. He was 79.
The Employee Benefit Research Institute recently published an Issue Brief titled Shining a Spotlight on Caregivers in the Workplace: Findings from the 2023 Workplace Wellness Survey. The brief examines the retirement prospects, knowledge, preparations for retirement, and retirement experiences for unpaid caregivers versus those who do not provide this care.
TEXPERS' Board of Directors has decided to close the Association's leased office space. The board made this decision considering changing work environments and TEXPERS' desire to reduce costs and increase efficiency. TEXPERS staff will continue to work remotely, and we assure you that this change will not affect our services or operations. We will continue to serve you with the same dedication and professionalism as always.
The Texas Pension Review Board, which oversees the implementation of legislative requirements for the minimum educational training of public retirement fund trustees and administrators, is reviewing its program needs and is asking for feedback from pension system leaders and the public.
