Relating to the period during which an employee may file a claim for unpaid wages with the Texas Workforce Commission.

HB 1676 extends the deadline for Texas employees to file wage claims with the Texas Workforce Commission from 180 days to one year after wages become due. This change applies only to claims for wages owed on or after March 5, 2025, while older claims continue under the existing 180-day rule. The bill clarifies that the new one-year deadline is strict - claims filed after this period will not be accepted. It directly affects employees seeking unpaid wages and ensures the Texas Workforce Commission has clear jurisdiction over timely filings.