Principle Criteria
Free Enterprise
Property Rights
Personal Responsibility
Limited Government
Individual Liberty
Digest
HB 2170 creates provisions for independent third-party hearing examiners in sheriff's department civil service systems in certain counties. Employees subject to termination, suspension, demotion, or other adverse actions may appeal to these examiners instead of the commission. The decision of the hearing examiner is binding, with limited rights of appeal to district court. The bill specifies timelines for hearing processes, cost-sharing, and standards for compensation and reinstatement if actions are overturned.
Author (1)
Contact the Author
Rep. Sergio Munoz, Jr.
Capitol Phone:
(512) 463-0704
Capitol Office:
CAP 1N.8
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