Traditionally, paid sick leave is just one component in compensation packages agreed upon by both employers and employees, much like salary, flexible hours, and responsibilities. However, mandatory paid sick leave is more than unconstitutional, it will have negative effects and consequences on the Texas economy, hinder employer-employee relationships, and infringe on employers’ and employees’ rights. Further, mandating this component would allow local governments the opportunity to regulate the operations of private businesses.
SB 15
SB 15
As amended, the CERA preempts the patchwork quilt of local employment regulations and streamlines standards so that job creators can focus more on their businesses and less on bureaucratic tasks.