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HB 3067

Relating to the payment of salary to an individual pending the individual's impeachment trial.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Jeff Leach

HB 3067 establishes rules for whether Texas state employees accused in impeachment proceedings receive salary during their trial period.

Referred to State Affairs
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Bill Summary · HB 3067

Legislative bill overview

HB 3067 addresses whether state employees can continue receiving their salary while an impeachment trial is pending against them. The bill was introduced in the Texas House of Representatives and is currently in the State Affairs Committee. This legislation would establish clarity on compensation during the period between impeachment charges and trial completion.

Why is this important

Impeachment proceedings can take months or years to resolve, creating financial uncertainty for accused officials and raising questions about fairness and accountability. The bill's outcome will affect how Texas balances protecting employees' financial interests against public expectations that those facing serious charges may not deserve continued compensation. This directly impacts state budget expenditures and sets precedent for how the state treats officials during legal proceedings.

Potential points of contention

  • Fairness vs. accountability: Whether continuing salary represents due process protection or enables officials to benefit financially while defending against removal charges
  • Budget implications: Whether the state should continue paying full salary, reduced amounts, or suspend payments during trial, and associated fiscal costs
  • Precedent for private sector: Whether state employee protections should differ from private-sector practices where employees are typically suspended without pay during serious legal proceedings

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

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