AFSCME Texas Retirees
@AFSCME_retirees
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We're retirees advocating to maintain the retirement systems created for public employees and retirees of public sector retirement in Texas.
Austin, TX
Joined February 2019
Texas retirees have gone over 23 years without a pension increase. It's time for action. Last week AFSCME Texas Retirees' Veronica Adams testified to lawmakers: Retirees need a 13th check and a COLA adjustment! #TxLege #FairPensions #AFSCME
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Last week, we attended the @GregCasar town hall on Medicaid, Social Security, and Medicare. Thank you to everyone who came. We are proud of all the Texans who continue to show up and advocate for our rights! #AFSCME #txlege #AFSCMERetirees #UnionRights
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You should have just received information about the election for a trustee to the ERS Board. We urge you to vote for and support Diane Ruiz! . She has been a front-line worker for @TexasDFPS, a union member, and an advocate for state employees + retirees:
dianeforers.com
“I’ve had the privilege of knowing and working alongside Diane Ruiz for over a decade through our shared work in the Texas State Employees Union. In that time, I’ve seen firsthand her unwavering...
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We're proud to co-sponsor a town hall with.@GregCasar on Medicaid, Social Security and Medicare. The event will take place Sat, May 24, from 3:00 - 5:00. For security reasons, his office will send the address a day or two in advance to those who RSVP:
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Join Congressman Greg Casar (TX-35) for an Austin Town Hall on Saturday, May 24 at 3PM CT. He’ll take questions focused on Medicaid, Social Security, and Medicare. Congressman Casar will be joined by...
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If you must spend, choose small, local businesses!. Join the movement: Feb 27 (midnight) – Feb 28 (midnight) 🔗 . #EconomicBlackout #SolidaritySpending #AFSCME.
thepeoplesunionusa.com
Stand against political corruption with our upcoming economic resistance actions. Join The Peoples Union USA and make your voice heard!
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AFSCME Texas Retirees: Economic Blackout Feb 27-28 For 24 hours, let’s show the power of our wallets! . What NOT to do:.🚫 No online or in-store shopping.🚫 No Amazon, Walmart, or big retailers.🚫 No fast food, gas, or non-essential spending.
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Medicaid work requirements are cruel & unnecessary—a thinly veiled attack on older adults, caregivers & low-income families. Most Medicaid recipients already work or can’t due to health issues. Cutting Medicaid = more uninsured, more ER visits, higher costs!.
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Medicaid work requirements hurt older adults & family caregivers—pushing thousands into uncertainty. 🔹 1 in 5 adults 50-64 rely on Medicaid.🔹 Many are disabled or caring for loved ones.🔹 Work discrimination makes jobs harder to find.
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Medicaid is under attack! . Work requirements would take healthcare from older adults, caregivers, and people with chronic conditions. This is nothing but a backdoor cut to essential care. 📢 Call Congress: 1-866-685-7833 & demand NO Medicaid cuts! .
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Earlier this month, AFSCME TX Retirees attended the 2025 AFL-CIO MLK Conference in Austin, where we participated in meaningful discussions and workshops with labor and civil rights allies from across the country to honor Dr. King’s legacy.
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On MLK Day, we honor Dr. King, who stood with striking AFSCME sanitation workers in 1968. He understood that labor rights ARE civil rights. Inspired by his legacy, we fight for justice, including COLAs & 13th checks for retirees. . #UnionStrong #txlege
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📰In this week's labor news. @POTUS has signed the Social Security Fairness Act into law, repealing WEP & GPO for good. "It was a steep hill to climb, but today, we see the results of our tireless advocacy," said @AFSCME President Lee Saunders.
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Yesterday brought a huge victory for public service workers, as Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act.
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As we wrap up another year, we celebrate the strength, solidarity, and hard work of our AFSCME Texas Retirees family. Happy holidays from all of us at AFSCME Texas Retirees!
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Retired teachers receive a 13th check. Texas state retirees deserve equitable treatment, too. #13thCheck #TexasRetirees #txlege
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After more than 20 years without a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), some retired state employees will see a small increase in their pension checks starting in January 2025. It's a step forward but far from enough. Read more: #txlege.
afscmetexasretirees.org
After more than 20 years without a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), some retired state employees will see a small increase in their pension checks starting in January 2025.
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RT @TPEA_Updates: TPEA Board President Carroll Fuchs testified at today's ERS board meeting on the need for a benefit enhancement for retir….
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Rising healthcare costs are tough on retirees. A 13th check would provide relief for Texas retirees, just like it does for teachers. #13thCheck #Healthcare #TexasRetirees #txlege
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Ensuring a secure retirement for Texans is a bipartisan issue that should unite all lawmakers. We stand ready to work with every elected official who believes in dignity and fairness for Texas retirees. Now is the time to engage, advocate, and raise our voices. #txlege
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🦃 Wishing you and your loved ones a happy Thanksgiving from all of us at AFSCME Retirees Texas, Chapter 12! . #txlege #Thanksgiving #AFSCME
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