(a) A temporary common worker employer may not charge a common worker for:

(1) safety equipment, clothing, or accessories required by the nature of the work, either by law, custom, or the requirements of the user of common workers;

(2) uniforms, special clothing, or other items required as a condition of employment by the user of common workers;

(3) the cashing of a check or voucher; or

(4) the receipt by the worker of earned wages.

(b) A temporary common worker employer may not deduct or withhold any amount from the earned wages of a common worker except:

(1) a deduction required by federal or state law; or

(2) a reimbursement for a cash advance made to the worker during the same pay period.

Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 76, § 9.20(a), eff. Sept. 1, 1995. Amended by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., ch. 967 (S.B. 2065), § 7.012, eff. Sept. 1, 2017.