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HB50Introduced in the House

Relating To State Government.

IntroducedHouse Labor & Public Employment

Introduced by Andrew Garrett, District 22

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Authorizes boards and commissions to make employment decisions related to its officers and employees without the approval of the head of the department to which the board or commission is administratively attached.

Where it stands

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

December 8, 2025

How did lawmakers vote?

No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.

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Bill history

  1. Prefiled.

  2. Introduced and Pass First Reading.

  3. Referred to LAB, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 1

  4. Bill scheduled to be heard by LAB on Tuesday, 01-28-25 9:00AM in House conference room 309 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE.

  5. The committee(s) on LAB recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.

  6. Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

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