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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) The head of the fire department may transfer a fire fighter from one position to another position in the same classification in the fire department if the transfer is:
(1) a promotion or demotion of the fire fighter;
(2) required to balance the work force;
(3) for disciplinary reasons;
(4) based on the seniority of the fire fighter;
(5) a result of a mutual agreement between the department head and the fire fighter; or
(6) for any other specified reason the department head considers necessary.
(b) If the department head transfers a fire fighter under this section, the department head shall designate in a written statement the basis for the transfer.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Local Government Code - LOC GOV'T § 143.1095. Transfers in Position in Same Classification in Fire Department - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/local-government-code/loc-gov-t-sect-143-1095/
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