Texas HB5020 amends impeachment procedures and ensures officers receive pay during impeachment proceedings.

Texas HB5020 modifies the impeachment process by the House of Representatives, requiring thorough investigations and providing officers with due process rights. The House or a committee may summon individuals and documents, compel testimony, and punish for contempt. Officers facing impeachment must be given sworn testimony transcripts and a chance to examine evidence and witnesses. The House must allow 14 days for review before voting on impeachment. Additionally, the bill ensures officers receive pay during impeachment proceedings.

Texas HB5020 amends impeachment procedures and ensures officers receive pay during impeachment proceedings.

Texas HB5020 modifies the impeachment process by the House of Representatives, requiring thorough investigations and providing officers with due process rights. The House or a committee may summon individuals and documents, compel testimony, and punish for contempt. Officers facing impeachment must be given sworn testimony transcripts and a chance to examine evidence and witnesses. The House must allow 14 days for review before voting on impeachment. Additionally, the bill ensures officers receive pay during impeachment proceedings.