Tag Archives: 13th Check
Effective Advocacy Shows Results
DPSOA Members: The article below is a sober reminder of the challenges that state law enforcement agencies are facing across the country, especially in these difficult economic times. It shines a light on just how important aggressive advocacy on behalf … Continue reading
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DPSOA Legislative Update: June 1, 2009 – 81st Session – Sine Die
The 81st Legislature ended today with Sine Die. The DPS Officers Association is very pleased that most of the legislation that our Legislative Committee worked so hard on was passed out of the Legislature and has been signed or awaits … Continue reading
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DPSOA Legislative Update – 5/21/2009: Good News for Retirees!
In a late hour meeting last night, the SB1 Conference Committee worked out a one-time 13th check payment for state retirees of up to $500.00. The funding for such a check would come from Federal stimulus money, contingent on the … Continue reading
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DPSOA Legislative Update – May 8, 2009
SB 687 – Personal Injury Bill by Hegar Heads to the Governor for Signature DPSOA worked closely with Sen. Glen Hegar and Rep. Joe Driver on the personal injury leave bill (SB 687) which would amend Government Code, Section 661.918(b) to add … Continue reading
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DPSOA Legislative Update April 29, 2009
DPSOA Legislative Update Wednesday, April 30, 2009 Your DPSOA Legislative Committee has been extremely busy and productive over the last couple of weeks. Each week we have had multiple Members donating their uncompensated time, spending several days working our issues … Continue reading
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DPSOA Members:Legislative Update,Thursday, March 12, 2009
DPSOA President This has been a very productive week at the Capitol. DPSOA representatives have been busy walking the halls and meeting with key legislators all week. Gary Chandler, Darla Freeman and I have used personal leave time to advance … Continue reading
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DPSOA Members: Legislative Update, Tuesday, March 10, 2009
The DPS Officer Association’s Legislative Committee and Leadership continue to track legislation that is vital to our Legislative Agenda. I want to thank Jason Hester, DPSOA Legislative Committee member, for spending the day today at the Capitol on our behalf. … Continue reading
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