Relating to conditions of employment for firefighters employed by certain political subdivisions.

Added new subchapters for recognition of firefighters associations and strike prohibitions, establishing formal petition processes for bargaining agent recognition.

Added detailed provisions for employment agreements including written requirements, open records, open deliberations, and ratification procedures requiring both governing body and association approval.

Added provisions allowing emergency services districts to terminate agreements if they experience a 7% or greater revenue loss due to territory removal or loss of sales tax authority.

Added enforcement mechanisms including district court jurisdiction for disputes, injunctive relief, and binding arbitration procedures for agreement interpretation.

Modified definitions to clarify that covered firefighters are paid employees performing specific duties under Section 143.003(4)(A) of the Government Code.

Added effective date of September 1, 2025 for the new provisions.