H.B. No. 2513 is a legislative act that establishes provisions for paid leave of absence for public employees who serve as fire protection personnel and are engaged in certain military service. The bill amends Section 437.202 of the Government Code by adding a new subsection (a-2), which specifies that for the purpose of calculating the payment amount for a paid leave of absence, a 24-hour or 48-hour work shift for these personnel will be considered as one workday. This clarification aims to ensure that fire protection personnel receive appropriate compensation during their leave for military service.

The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, following its passage in both the House and Senate with unanimous support. The bill reflects a commitment to supporting public employees who serve in dual roles as military personnel and fire protection workers, recognizing the unique nature of their work schedules.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 437.202 (Government Code 437)
House Committee Report: Government Code 437.202 (Government Code 437)
Engrossed: Government Code 437.202 (Government Code 437)
Senate Committee Report: Government Code 437.202 (Government Code 437)
Enrolled: Government Code 437.202 (Government Code 437)