Sec. 207.044. DISCHARGE FOR MISCONDUCT. (a) An individual is disqualified for benefits if the individual was discharged for misconduct connected with the individual's last work.
(b) Disqualification under this section continues until the individual has returned to employment and:
(1) worked for six weeks; or
(2) earned wages equal to six times the individual's benefit amount.
Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 269, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1993.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 4 - Employment Services and Unemployment
Subtitle A - Texas Unemployment Compensation Act
Subchapter C. Exceptions to and Disqualification for Benefits
Section 207.041. Services in Educational Institutions
Section 207.044. Discharge for Misconduct
Section 207.045. Voluntarily Leaving Work
Section 207.046. Involuntary Separation
Section 207.047. Failure to Apply For, Accept, or Return to Work
Section 207.048. Labor Disputes
Section 207.049. Receipt of Remuneration
Section 207.050. Receipt of Pension or Annuity