Relating to payroll deductions for certain state and local government employee organizations.
What changed between versions
School districts can now deduct dues for licensed law enforcement officers employed by them, a new category not previously covered under school district payroll deduction laws.
Updated definitions of eligible organizations to focus on law enforcement, fire protection, and emergency medical services personnel rather than the broader peace officer definition.
Changed the membership threshold for eligible organizations from 2,000 to 4,000 state employees for certain provisions.
Added specific requirements for employees to file written requests identifying the organization and specifying deduction frequency.
Added new provisions to Local Government Code requiring municipalities to make deductions for eligible personnel when certain conditions are met.
Repealed previous Section 22.001 of the Education Code and Section 403.0165(k) of the Government Code to avoid conflicts with new provisions.
Set the effective date of the Act to September 1, 2025.