Sec. 1579.006. EXEMPTION FROM PROCESS. (a) The following are exempt from execution, attachment, garnishment, or any other process:
(1) benefit payments, including optional benefit payments;
(2) contributions of active employees, the state, and a participating entity, and any other contributions;
(3) any rights, benefits, or payments accruing to any person under this chapter; and
(4) any money in the Texas school employees uniform group coverage trust fund.
(b) The items listed in Subsection (a) may not be assigned except for direct payment to benefit providers as authorized by the trustee by contract, rule, or otherwise.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 1359 (S.B. 1691), Sec. 48, eff. September 1, 2005.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 8 - Health Insurance and Other Health Coverages
Subtitle H - Health Benefits and Other Coverages for Governmental Employees
Chapter 1579 - Texas School Employees Uniform Group Health Coverage
Subchapter A. General Provisions
Section 1579.002. General Definitions
Section 1579.003. Definition of Employee
Section 1579.004. Definition of Dependent
Section 1579.005. Confidentiality
Section 1579.006. Exemption From Process
Section 1579.007. Exemption From State Taxes and Fees
Section 1579.008. Coverage Exempt From Insurance Law