Principle Criteria
Free Enterprise
Property Rights
Personal Responsibility
Limited Government
Individual Liberty
Digest
HB 1654 protects injured peace officers, detention officers, county jailers, and firefighters from being discharged, indefinitely suspended, or terminated due to work-related injuries before reaching maximum medical improvement, unless a treating doctor certifies permanent restrictions. Violations allow for damages, reinstatement, and waive sovereign immunity for these claims.
Author (1)
Contact the Author
Rep. Terry Canales
Capitol Phone:
(512) 463-0426
Capitol Office:
CAP 4S.4
E-Mail:
