Bill > HB3748

This bill adds a new section to the Texas Human Resources Code that allows the Department of Family and Protective Services to reimburse its current or former employees for personal property that is lost or damaged while the employee is performing their job duties. The reimbursement will be made using existing departmental resources, which suggests that the department will use its current budget to cover these potential losses without requesting additional funding. The provision gives the department discretionary authority to provide this reimbursement, meaning it is not mandatory but an option the department can choose to exercise. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, providing the department time to establish guidelines and procedures for implementing this reimbursement policy. This legislation aims to provide financial protection for department employees who might incur personal property losses while carrying out their professional responsibilities.

Health and Social Services

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