Common use of Former Employees of a State Agency Clause in Contracts

Former Employees of a State Agency. Respondents must comply with Texas and federal laws and regulations relating to the hiring of former state employees (see e.g., Texas Government Code §572.054 and 45 C.F.R. §74.43). Such “revolving door” provisions generally restrict former agency heads from communicating with or appearing before the agency on certain matters for two (2) years after leaving the agency. The revolving door provisions also restrict some former employees from representing clients on matters that the employee participated in during state service or matters that were in the employees’ official responsibility. As a result of such laws and regulations, a Respondent must certify that it has complied with all applicable laws and regulations regarding former state employees (see the Required Certifications Form). Furthermore, a Respondent must disclose any relevant past state employment of the Respondent’s or its subcontractors’ employees and agents in the Respondent Information and Disclosure Form.