House Bill No. 241 amends the Government Code to establish a state employment preference for individuals who reside with veterans with disabilities. The bill introduces new provisions that allow individuals who are the primary source of income for a household with a veteran who has a total disability rating of 100 percent or is receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits to qualify for military employment preference. This addition is marked as Section 657.002(6) in the bill. Additionally, the bill modifies the priority order for military employment preference to include these individuals, ensuring they are considered alongside veterans and their spouses.

The bill also updates the requirements for applicants seeking military employment preference, specifying that they must provide official records to verify their status. The changes will only apply to open positions with state agencies for which applications are accepted after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025. Overall, this legislation aims to enhance employment opportunities for individuals closely associated with veterans with disabilities, thereby recognizing their contributions and support.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 657.002, Government Code 657.003, Government Code 657.005 (Government Code 657)