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HB 4316

Legislature: legislative agencies; ombudsman for public employees; create. Creates new act.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Joey Andrews and 17 co-sponsors

Overview: HB 4316, "Legislature: legislative agencies; ombudsman for public employees; create. Creates new act.", was electronically reproduced on April 16, 2025. It was introduced

bill electronically reproduced 04/16/2025
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Bill Summary · HB 4316

Overview: HB 4316, "Legislature: legislative agencies; ombudsman for public employees; create. Creates new act.", was electronically reproduced on April 16, 2025. It was introduced on March 11, 2025.

Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to create a new ombudsman position within the state legislature to serve as an independent advocate and resource for public employees.

Key Provisions:
- Establishes an Office of the Public Employee Ombudsman as a new legislative agency
- Charges the ombudsman with investigating complaints and issues raised by public employees
- Grants the ombudsman authority to make recommendations and assist public employees

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Public employees across state and local government agencies would be able to utilize the ombudsman's services
- The ombudsman could help address workplace concerns and advocate on behalf of public workers

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been electronically reproduced and is currently progressing through the legislative process.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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