Except as provided by this chapter, this chapter preempts all contrary local ordinances, executive orders, legislation, or rules adopted by the state or by a political subdivision or agent of the state, including a personnel board, civil service commission, commissioners court, or home-rule municipality.

Added by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 269, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1993.

Acts 2025, 89th Leg., R.S., Ch. 350 (H.B. 4205), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2025.

Acts 2025, 89th Leg., R.S., Ch. 901 (S.B. 777), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2025.