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SB 2704

Relating to the requirement that certain state employees conduct agency business only at the employee's regular place of employment.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Brandon Creighton

Texas bill mandates state employees conduct all official business exclusively at their regular workplace, eliminating remote work arrangements for certain state positions.

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Bill Summary · SB 2704

Legislative bill overview

SB 2704 would require certain state employees to conduct agency business exclusively at their designated regular workplace, effectively restricting remote work arrangements. The bill establishes a location-based requirement for how state employees perform their official duties, with limited exceptions presumably for authorized situations.

Why this is important

This legislation directly impacts remote work policies across Texas state government, potentially affecting thousands of employees' work arrangements and quality of life. The outcome will influence state hiring competitiveness, employee retention, operational flexibility during emergencies, and cost structures for state agencies managing office space and facilities.

Potential points of contention

  • Remote work effectiveness: Opponents argue many state functions (data analysis, administrative work, customer service) perform effectively remotely, and eliminating this option could reduce productivity and employee morale
  • Employee recruitment and retention: State agencies may struggle to compete with private employers and other states offering flexible work; workforce shortages could increase in competitive fields
  • Disaster and emergency continuity: Restricting on-site-only work could hamper state government's ability to maintain operations during natural disasters, public health emergencies, or infrastructure failures
  • Implementation scope: Significant ambiguity about which employees are "certain state employees" and what constitutes "agency business" could create compliance and fairness issues across different agencies
  • Cost implications: States may need to increase office space, utilities, and facilities management while losing potential savings from remote work programs

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

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