The Code of Ethics for Contractors (the Code) sets forth the ethical responsibilities and requirements of Contractors, as that term is defined in the Code, in performing services for the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS). The Board of Trustees of TRS adopts by reference the Code as most recently revised and adopted to be effective June 16, 2016. A copy of the most recently revised Code has been filed with the Office of the Secretary of State in Austin. Copies of the Code are available from TRS at 1000 Red River Street, Austin, Texas 78701-2698, (512) 542-6400. Also, a copy of the Code can be found on and printed from the TRS website, www.trs.texas.gov, in the information regarding TRS Ethics.