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TX HB1676

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

12/19/2024

Primary Sponsor

Ana Hernandez

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the deadline for employees to file unpaid wage claims with the Texas Workforce Commission from 180 days to one year (first anniversary) after the date wages became due for payment

  • The filing deadline remains a jurisdictional requirement, meaning claims filed after the deadline cannot be heard

  • Applies to wage claims for wages that become due on or after March 5, 2025

  • Wage claims for wages due before March 5, 2025 remain subject to the previous 180-day deadline

  • Takes effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the period during which an employee may file a claim for unpaid wages with the Texas Workforce Commission.

Labor

Last Action

Referred to s/c on Workforce by Speaker

3/12/2025

Committee Referrals

Workforce Subcommittee3/12/2025

Full Bill Text

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