Section 657.007 - Preference Applicable to Reduction in Workforce(a) An individual entitled to a hiring or appointment preference under this chapter is also entitled to a preference in retaining employment if the state agency that employs or appoints the individual reduces its workforce.(b) The preference granted under this section applies only to the extent that a reduction in workforce by an employing state agency involves other employees of a similar type or classification.Tex. Gov't. Code § 657.007
Amended by Acts 2015, Texas Acts of the 84th Leg. - Regular Session, ch. 195,Sec. 2, eff. 9/1/2015.Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 854, Sec. 3, eff. 9/1/1995.