Texas HB1659 amends salary payment rules for state officers and employees.

Texas HB1659 amends the Texas Government Code to change how state officers and employees are paid. Annual salaries for state officers will be paid once a month, while annual salaries for state employees will be paid twice a month. The bill also mandates that salaries for state officers and employees be paid through electronic funds transfer unless paid on warrant. Additionally, it requires certain state agencies to submit monthly reports to the retirement system, including details on compensation paid and employer contributions.

Texas HB1659 amends salary payment rules for state officers and employees.

Texas HB1659 amends the Texas Government Code to change how state officers and employees are paid. Annual salaries for state officers will be paid once a month, while annual salaries for state employees will be paid twice a month. The bill also mandates that salaries for state officers and employees be paid through electronic funds transfer unless paid on warrant. Additionally, it requires certain state agencies to submit monthly reports to the retirement system, including details on compensation paid and employer contributions.