Relating to retirees of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas who resume certain employment with a school district.

HB 3128 exempts Texas school districts from paying certain required contributions when hiring retirees from the Teacher Retirement System of Texas. This applies specifically to retirees who retired before September 1, 2005, or to those hired by a school district with a verified teacher shortage (as determined by the Texas Education Agency). The policy change will take effect for the 2025-2026 school year, regardless of when the retiree originally left their position. This adjustment aims to reduce financial barriers for school districts seeking to address staffing needs.