Advocacy Blog

A new speaker, $24 billion state surplus, Senate committees, and the ATPE Regional Advocacy Challenge—don’t miss this recap of the 89th Legislature’s first few days.

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar also told The Texas Tribune he doesn’t believe his office should administer a voucher program.

A dramatic and hotly contested House speaker race concluded today with Rep. Dustin Burrows (R–Lubbock) elected as the chamber’s presiding officer.

The state’s largest educator association unveils its top policy initiatives for the 2025 legislative session.

Enroll in the ATPE Member Advocate Program to prepare for the 89th Texas Legislature, which convenes Tuesday. Plus, President Biden signs the Social Security Fairness Act

With the president’s signature, the WEP and GPO—two unfair Social Security offsets—are officially repealed.