TRA News Now - School Start Date

TRA is working with the A+ Texas coalition to support legislation to establish a uniform school year that begins after Labor Day and ends before Memorial Day.
This will restore a full summer for Texas families and enable Texas businesses to grow while generating more tax revenues and creating more jobs. Find out more by watching our latest two-minute TRA News Now.
 

TRA News Now - TRAction Fund

Most everyone has heard of TRA’s Political Action Committee which combines member contributions to help impact various elections, supporting candidates who merit the support of our industry.

But did you know that TRA also has a ‘war chest’ called the TRAction Fund? This special fund supports legal, lobbying and media firepower needed to support pro-business endeavors and fight anti-business initiatives at the local, state and national levels. 

TRA News Now - 2019 Legislative Preview

The 86th Texas Legislature has convened and here at TRA we are rolling up our sleeves and taking to the capitol hallways. Our issues are wide and varied - from TABC licensing and alcohol delivery, to school start dates, employment law, paid sick leave and oyster aquaculture. No matter what the issue, we are ready to advocate for you, and build a better business climate.

TRA News Now - Big Wins for TRA

TRA (and Texas restaurants) had some big wins lately at both the state and national levels with Paid Sick Leave and the 80/20 Rule.