Texas SB2990 removes the requirement for workers' compensation insurance coverage for Texas Task Force 1 members and members of intrastate fire.

Texas SB2990 amends the Labor Code to remove the requirement for workers' compensation insurance coverage for Texas Task Force 1 members and members of intrastate fire mutual aid system teams and regional incident management teams. The bill modifies the definition of "employee" and excludes certain individuals from coverage. It repeals specific sections of the Education Code and Labor Code. The changes apply to claims for workers' compensation benefits based on injuries occurring after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas SB2990 removes the requirement for workers' compensation insurance coverage for Texas Task Force 1 members and members of intrastate fire.

Texas SB2990 amends the Labor Code to remove the requirement for workers' compensation insurance coverage for Texas Task Force 1 members and members of intrastate fire mutual aid system teams and regional incident management teams. The bill modifies the definition of "employee" and excludes certain individuals from coverage. It repeals specific sections of the Education Code and Labor Code. The changes apply to claims for workers' compensation benefits based on injuries occurring after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.