Introduction to Payment Processing Policy

Payees can receive their state payments electronically (direct deposit), as a warrant (state check) or on a payment card for state employees’ payroll net pay (paycard).

For a helpful overview of state payment processing, please see State Payee Payment Resources.

This tab covers the basic legal requirements and Comptroller’s office policies that affect payment processing. Specific requirements can be found under the tab on each subject, such as the:

• Warrant Hold tab
• Direct Deposit tab

In addition to this website, state agencies and institutions of higher education should consult other guidance on FMX, such as:

• eXpendit (FPP I.005), including:
  • Payment Scheduling
  • Prompt Payment
• Texas Payroll/Personnel Resource (FPP F.027)