45 Questions
Which type of municipalities does Chapter 143 apply to?
Municipalities with paid fire or police departments and a population of 10,000 or more
What is the purpose of Chapter 143 of the Local Government Code?
To ensure that fire and police departments have capable personnel free from political influence
Who administers the provisions of Chapter 143 in accordance with its purpose?
The members of the Fire Fighters’ and Police Officers’ Civil Service Commission
What is the minimum population requirement for a municipality covered by Chapter 143?
10,000
Which factor is NOT a requirement for a municipality to be covered by Chapter 143?
Having a volunteer fire department
When did the law enacted by House Bill 822 validate municipalities' election to adopt Chapter 143?
73rd Legislature, Regular Session, 1993
What is used to determine the population under Subsection (a)(1)?
Both A and B
Which municipality's application of this chapter is not affected even if its population changes?
A municipality as provided by Subsection (a)
What does 'director' refer to in this chapter?
Director of fire fighters’ and police officers’ civil service
According to Section 143.003, which employees are NOT considered 'fire fighters'?
Clerks and secretaries
When can a municipality hold an election to adopt or repeal this chapter?
If the governing body receives a petition from at least 10% of qualified voters
How often can a petition for a subsequent election to be held under Subsection (b) be filed?
At least one year after the date of the previous election
What percentage of qualified voters is required to petition for an election to repeal this chapter?
10%
What is the status of fire fighters or police officers serving in a municipality that adopts this chapter?
They have civil service status and do not need to take a competitive examination to remain in their position.
In a municipality that adopts this chapter, who is considered to be a fire fighter performing fire medical emergency technology?
Employees whose primary duties are to provide emergency medical services for the municipality
What happens if a majority of qualified voters vote to repeal this chapter in a municipality?
The chapter becomes void in that municipality.
How is an employee of the fire department providing emergency medical services classified in a municipality that adopts this chapter?
Considered as a fire fighter performing medical emergency technology and covered by this chapter.
Who orders an election submitting to the voters the question of whether this chapter should be adopted?
Governing body of the municipality
Who has the authority to remove the director of the civil service system?
The commission
What is the eligibility requirement for a person appointed as head of a fire department?
Must have served as a fully paid fire fighter for at least five years
Under what circumstances does a person serving as department head have the same rights and privileges of a hearing before the commission?
If the person is charged with an offense in violation of civil service rules
What determines the total number of persons appointed to the classification immediately below that of department head in a police department?
The total number of persons serving in that classification on January 1, 1983
Who determines the salary, if any, to be paid to the director of the civil service system?
The municipality's governing body
Under what circumstances is a person appointed as head of a police department eligible for reinstatement in the department?
If dismissed from the civil service or discharged from his position as department head
Who appoints each person occupying an authorized position in the classification immediately below that of department head, if approved by resolution or ordinance?
The head of a fire or police department
What determines whether this section applies to a municipality?
Population less than 1.5 million
Who has the authority to appoint a person to a position in the classification immediately below that of the head of the police department?
The head of a fire or police department
According to the text, which type of municipality is the section 143.0051 applicable to?
Municipality with a population of 220,000 or more
When does the civil service status of an employee under Subsection (b) become effective?
On the date that the ordinance amending the municipality's classification system takes effect
According to the text, how may a fire department employee who has civil service status be promoted?
By competitive examination within the employee's existing division
What condition exempts a previously non-classified fire department employee from taking a competitive examination to remain in their position?
Being appointed to the position on or before May 1, 2005, and serving in that position on a specified date
According to Section 143.0052, which type of municipality does this section apply to?
Municipality with a population of more than 220,000 and less than 275,000
What action allows a municipality to establish a monthly fee for emergency medical services according to Section 143.0052?
By resolution of its governing body
Under what conditions may a previously nonclassified fire department employee be exempt from taking a competitive examination?
Serving in a position described by specific sections and being appointed on or before a certain date
According to Section 143.0051, which two Subchapters would exempt a municipality from this section's application?
Subchapter H and I
What is the process for a rule to be considered valid and binding on the commission?
Mailing a copy of the rule to the commissioner and department heads, posting a copy for a seven-day period at fire and police stations, and mailing a copy to each branch fire station
Under what circumstance must the affected fire fighter or police officer be represented by counsel?
When requesting a commission hearing
In what manner must a deposition be taken in connection with an investigation under Section 143.009?
As prescribed by law for taking a similar deposition in a civil action in federal district court
What is required for a municipality with a population of 1.5 million or more to appeal to the commission?
Meeting additional appeal requirements prescribed by the section with requirements set by Section 143.1015
What is the role of the commission or designated member during an investigation under Section 143.009?
Administering oaths, issuing subpoenas, and taking testimony from witnesses
What is the responsibility of the director as per Section 143.012?
Keeping records of each hearing or case that comes before the commission
What is considered necessary for appealing to the commission from an action provided by Chapter 143?
Filing an appeal with the commission within 10 days after the date the action occurred
Which action constitutes an offense punishable as prescribed by Section 143.016?
Failing to respond to a subpoena issued under this section
How does the director keep records of each hearing or case that comes before the commission?
'Signed decisions' issued by each concurring commission member
'Failure to respond to a subpoena issued under this section' has what force and effect?
'Criminal negligence' under state law
This quiz covers the establishment of the Fire Fighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission in a municipality, including the appointment of members and the timeline for implementation.
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