Senate Resolution No. 330 commemorates Texas Retired Teachers Association Day at the State Capitol on March 26, 2025, and honors Tim Lee, the executive director of the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA), for his 21 years of service and collaboration with the Texas Legislature. Since taking leadership of TRTA in 2004, Mr. Lee has significantly contributed to enhancing benefits for members of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas, advocating for the protection of the defined benefit pension plan, and working on initiatives such as the development of a pension trust fund, reduction of healthcare costs, and the issuance of cost-of-living adjustments and supplemental checks. His efforts have also extended to federal legislation, notably supporting the Social Security Fairness Act, H.R. 82.
The resolution highlights Mr. Lee's extensive experience in public pension policy, including his previous role as executive director of the Illinois Retired Teachers Association and participation in various state legislative panels and commissions. Renowned for his passionate advocacy and leadership, he has earned the admiration of his colleagues and the community. The Texas Senate expresses its congratulations to Mr. Lee on this milestone and extends best wishes for his continued success, with an official copy of the resolution to be prepared as a token of high regard.