Since 1985, the state has provided healthcare for retired teachers through a plan called TRS Care. As of last year, 261,500 retired teachers, dependents and their surviving spouses, according to the State Comptroller. But in recent years medical costs have risen higher than what the state contributes to TRS Care leaving the fund with more … Continue reading ABC Reports That Retired Teachers In Texas Are Projected To Pay Double Or Triple Their Current Premiums For Healthcare Beginning September 1.