“What’s New” for HRIS
| 09/15/23 | Fiscal Management Customer Service Survey Fiscal Management Customer Service Survey
How well are we meeting your customer service expectations? Please let us know by completing the online survey by Friday, Sept. 29. We appreciate your feedback. Email us at fiscal.documentation@cpa.texas.gov with any questions. |
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| 09/08/23 | Preliminary Fiscal 2023 Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices) Preliminary Fiscal 2023 Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices)
Preliminary copies of the fiscal 2023 Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices) will arrive at state agencies and institutions of higher education via electronic file transfer on Sept. 21. Agencies and institutions must submit electronic report acknowledgment forms by Sept. 28, and will have until Oct. 3 to review the preliminary report and enter or submit changes. See Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices for the Fiscal Year) (FPP F.005) for more information, including HRIS and SPRS contacts. |
| 09/07/23 | Two New HRIS Military Preference Codes Two New HRIS Military Preference Codes
Effective Sept. 1, institutions of higher education may begin to use two new military preference codes in the Human Resource Information System (HRIS): S (spouse of active-duty member) and H (disabled veteran’s spouse who is primary source of income). See ACR 60582 and Appendix C in HRIS Reporting Requirements – Higher Education (FPP M.005) for more information. |
| 09/01/23 | State Employee Charitable Campaign State Employee Charitable Campaign
The annual State Employee Charitable Campaign (SECC) runs Sept. 1 – Oct. 31. During the SECC, state employees may elect to deduct contributions to participating charities from their paychecks. CAPPS Central will be updated for December payrolls to reflect changes to the SECC, including participating charities’ payee codes, Texas identification numbers and contact information. Agencies and institutions of higher education not using CAPPS Central must update their payroll/personnel systems accordingly. See State Employee Charitable Campaign Participation (FPP F.033) or the SECC website for the list of participating statewide federations, local campaign areas and more information. |
| 09/01/23 | HRIS Reappointment Reporting HRIS Reappointment Reporting
Institutions of higher education must report certain information about jobs and reappointments at the beginning of each fiscal year. Submit reappointment information via electronic file transfer (EFT) by:
The HRIS September maintenance deadline is Oct. 7. See HRIS Higher Education Reporting Procedures for Reappointments (FPP M.003) for reappointment details and instructions. |
| 08/25/23 | Emergency Leave Reporting Due Emergency Leave Reporting Due
Agencies and institutions must report emergency leave use by Oct. 1 for employees granted more than 32 hours of emergency leave during the prior fiscal year. See Emergency Leave Reporting Requirements (FPP F.040) for details on the Emergency Leave Reporting web application and the required statement for agencies and institutions not sending a report. |
| 08/25/23 | Reminder – Salary Supplement Report Due Reminder – Salary Supplement Report Due
State agencies and institutions must report certain salary supplements to the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, the State Auditor’s Office and the Secretary of State by Sept. 15. See Salary Supplements Paid From Sources Other Than Appropriated Funds (FPP F.031) for instructions and the online report form. |
| 08/11/23 | 88th Legislature GAA Updates 88th Legislature GAA Updates
The 88th Legislature updated Article IX of the General Appropriations Act (GAA); changes take effect Sept. 1. See Changes to Article IX of the GAA and Other Bills of Interest to State Agencies (FPP F.008) for a summary of GAA changes and other legislation that affects state agencies. |
| 08/11/23 | Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
Sept. 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2023 fourth-quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (June 1 to Aug. 31). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent via electronic file transfer (EFT) on Sept. 19. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available Sept. 19 and must be submitted by Sept. 26. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 08/11/23 | Reminder – Systems Unavailable During Year-End Close Reminder – Systems Unavailable During Year-End Close
The USAS annual cash-basis close for fiscal 2023 occurs Aug. 31. The fiscal year-end close process requires shutting down the statewide fiscal systems. See Master Schedule of Year-End Close Events for more information, including:
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| 08/04/23 | Legislative Changes to Salary Administration Legislative Changes to Salary Administration
The 88th Legislature, Regular Session, updated:
See Legislative Changes Affecting Salary Administration, 88th Legislature (FPP F.021) for more information. |
| 08/04/23 | Reminder – HRIS Reappointments Due Reminder – HRIS Reappointments Due
Institutions of higher education must report certain information about jobs and reappointments at the beginning of each fiscal year. Submit reappointment information via electronic file transfer (EFT) by:
The HRIS September maintenance deadline is Oct. 7. See HRIS Higher Education Reporting Procedures for Reappointments (FPP M.003) for reappointment details and instructions. |
| 07/21/23 | Outstanding Warrants Void Aug. 31 Outstanding Warrants Void Aug. 31
The Outstanding Warrants Control Report (DAFR8171) runs on the first Friday of each month (e.g., July 7 and Aug. 4). Agencies should monitor their report before warrants become void on Aug. 31. See USAS Annual Close Process (FPP Q.004) for more information, including details on generating agency-customized reports via the Report Request Profile, USAS 91 screen. Also see Void Warrants. Contact your appropriation control officer with questions. |
| 07/21/23 | Salary Supplement Report Due Salary Supplement Report Due
State agencies and institutions of higher education must report certain salary supplements to the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, the State Auditor’s office and the Secretary of State by Sept. 15. See Salary Supplements Paid From Sources Other Than Appropriated Funds (FPP F.031) for instructions and the online report form. |
| 07/07/23 | HRIS Reappointment Reporting HRIS Reappointment Reporting
Institutions of higher education must report certain information about jobs and reappointments at the beginning of each fiscal year. Submit reappointment information via electronic file transfer (EFT) by:
The HRIS September maintenance deadline is Oct. 7. See HRIS Higher Education Reporting Procedures for Reappointments (FPP M.003) for reappointment details and instructions. |
| 06/30/23 | Fiscal Year-End Close Schedule Fiscal Year-End Close Schedule
See the 2023 Master Schedule of Year-End Close Events for:
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| 06/23/23 | Salary Increase Information Available Salary Increase Information Available
The 88th Legislature, Regular Session, provided appropriations for two salary increases for certain state agency positions in fiscal 2024 and 2025 as well as appropriations in fiscal 2023 to accelerate the effective date of the first increase to July 1. See Appropriations for the Salary Increase Allocation for Certain State Positions(FPP A.009) and Guidelines for the Salary Increase for Certain State Positions (FPP F.017) for more information. |
| 06/02/23 | Open Record Requests: Personal Safety Exceptions Open Record Requests: Personal Safety Exceptions
Employees who would face a substantial threat of physical harm if information such as work location were made public may request an exception to open records requests. See Confidential Employee Information for Open Records Requests (FPP L.004) if your agency has employees who might qualify for the exception. |
| 06/02/23 | Reminder – Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Reminder – Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
June 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2023 third-quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (March 1 to May 31). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent by electronic file transfer (EFT) on June 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available June 16 and must be submitted by June 23. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 05/19/23 | Current Forms Always Available on FMX Current Forms Always Available on FMX
Check the Forms page on FMX to ensure you use the current version. Previously downloaded forms might be outdated. The top of every FMX page has a link to the Forms page. Topic pages (such as Appropriations and Payment Services link to their specific forms on the Forms page. Note: Payment Services forms on FMX are secured and require login to prevent unauthorized users from accessing them and submitting them to state agencies. If it is necessary to maintain any of these forms on your agency’s website, ensure the forms require login and are the most current version. |
| 05/12/23 | Fiscal 2024 Payroll Due Dates and Direct Deposit Schedule Fiscal 2024 Payroll Due Dates and Direct Deposit Schedule
For state agencies and institutions of higher education, the monthly and twice-monthly payrolls are due by the seventh workday before payday. Submitting payrolls to the Comptroller’s office on or before the due dates ensures adequate processing time for direct deposits and warrant distribution. See Payroll Due Dates and Direct Deposit Schedules (FPP E.030) for more information, including the fiscal 2024 payroll due dates and direct deposit schedule. |
| 05/12/23 | Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
June 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2023 third-quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (March 1 to May 31). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent by electronic file transfer (EFT) on June 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available June 16 and must be submitted by June 23. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 04/21/23 | Authorization Updates Due for Changes to Statewide Payroll/Personnel Systems Authorization Updates Due for Changes to Statewide Payroll/Personnel Systems
Letter of authorization (LOA) signature lists currently on file for HRIS, SPRS, USPS and CAPPS expire May 31. By May 31, each agency and institution of higher education must submit the names of authorized employees and a new LOA signature list form. Beginning June 1, only newly authorized state employees may request data changes. See Authorization and Request Process for Data Changes to Statewide Payroll/Personnel Systems (FPP M.009) for forms and instructions. |
| 03/31/23 | Warrant Distribution on Friday, April 7 Warrant Distribution on Friday, April 7
The Comptroller’s office will be closed April 7 to observe Good Friday; however, Payment Services will distribute warrants from 9 – 11 a.m. The warrants will be from the April 6 processing cycle. See Payment Distribution for warrant pickup requirements. |
| 03/03/23 | Reminder – Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Reminder – Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
March 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2023 second-quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (Dec. 1 to Feb. 28). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent via electronic file transfer (EFT) on March 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available March 16 and must be submitted by March 23. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 02/10/23 | Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
March 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2023 second-quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (Dec. 1 to Feb. 28). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent via electronic file transfer (EFT) on March 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available March 16 and must be submitted by March 23. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 12/30/22 | Current Forms Always Available on FMX Current Forms Always Available on FMX
Check the Forms page on FMX before submitting a form to ensure you submit the current version. Previously downloaded forms or stored links might be outdated. The top of every FMX page has a link to the Forms page. Topic pages (such as Appropriations or Payment Services) link to their specific forms on the Forms page. |
| 12/02/22 | Reminder – Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Reminder – Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
Dec. 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2023 first-quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (Sept. 1 to Nov. 30). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent via electronic file transfer (EFT) on Dec. 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available Dec. 16 and must be submitted by Dec. 30. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 11/29/22 | Update Contact Information for ACA 1094-C and 1095-C Update Contact Information for ACA 1094-C and 1095-C
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 (ACA) requires employers to offer affordable health insurance that provides minimum essential coverage to their full-time (and full-time equivalent) employees and their dependents or incur tax penalties. The Comptroller’s office has updated ACA 1094-C and 1095-C Reporting Requirements (FPP F.039) for calendar year 2022. Agencies should review this guidance for how it affects your agency. Your agency is responsible for 1094-C and 1095-C reporting. CAPPS Central agencies are required to update the Manage Agency Contact Info page in CAPPS by Dec. 16. USPS agencies are required to update 1094-C and 1095-C contact information by Dec. 31. |
| 11/17/22 | Community/Junior Colleges Veteran Workforce Reporting Due Community/Junior Colleges Veteran Workforce Reporting Due
Public community and junior colleges must provide quarterly data on veteran hiring and employment by completing the Comptroller’s electronic Veteran Workforce Reporting for Public Community/Junior College form. The online form (with required veteran complaint reporting included) will be available Dec. 16 and must be submitted by Jan. 13. See Public Community and Junior Colleges Veteran Workforce Reporting Criteria in Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information, including form criteria, instructions and quarterly reporting deadlines. |
| 11/10/22 | Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
Dec. 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2023 first-quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (Sept. 1 to Nov. 30). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent via electronic file transfer (EFT) on Dec. 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available Dec. 16 and must be submitted by Dec. 30. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 11/10/22 | Reminder – Warrant Distribution on Nov. 23 Reminder – Warrant Distribution on Nov. 23
The Comptroller’s office will be closed for business on Wednesday, Nov. 23; however, Payment Services will distribute warrants from 9–11 a.m. for the Nov. 22 processing cycle. There will be no warrant distribution on Nov. 24 or 25. See Payment Distribution for warrant pickup requirements. |
| 11/10/22 | Reminder – Direct Deposit Settlement Dates Reminder – Direct Deposit Settlement Dates
When determining the direct deposit settlement date of a payment, exclude state and federal holidays that are listed on the System Outages and Holidays calendar. Since financial institutions are closed, no direct deposit activity occurs on those days. Agencies must exclude these dates when determining when to process their payments to ensure prompt payment and avoid late payment interest. |
| 11/10/22 | Reminder – USAS/TINS File Submission Reminder – USAS/TINS File Submission
If you need to submit a USAS or TINS batch file on a weekend or holiday, see the USAS/TINS Input Record File Submission Schedule. |
| 11/04/22 | Warrant Distribution on Nov. 23 Warrant Distribution on Nov. 23
The Comptroller’s office will be closed for business on Wednesday, Nov. 23; however, Payment Services will distribute warrants from 9–11 a.m. for the Nov. 22 processing cycle. There will be no warrant distribution on Nov. 24 or 25. See Payment Distribution for warrant pickup requirements. |
| 11/04/22 | Direct Deposit Settlement Dates Direct Deposit Settlement Dates
When determining the direct deposit settlement date of a payment, exclude state and federal holidays that are listed on the System Outages and Holidays calendar. Since financial institutions are closed, no direct deposit activity occurs on those days. Agencies must exclude these dates when determining when to process their payments to ensure prompt payment and avoid late payment interest. |
| 11/04/22 | USAS/TINS File Submission USAS/TINS File Submission
If you need to submit a USAS or TINS batch file on a weekend or holiday, see the USAS/TINS Input Record File Submission Schedule. |
| 10/14/22 | Final EEO Report Final EEO Report
On Oct. 27, final copies of the 2022 Equal Employment Opportunity Report (FPP F.016) will be available for agencies and institutions of higher education via electronic file transfer. Oct. 25 is the deadline for making data corrections. Corrections entered or submitted after this date will not be reflected in the final report. The Comptroller’s office will send the final report to the Civil Rights Division of the Texas Workforce Commission on Oct. 27. |
| 09/30/22 | Reminder – Preliminary EEO Report Reminder – Preliminary EEO Report
On Oct. 13, preliminary copies of the 2022 Equal Employment Opportunity Report (FPP F.016) will be available for agencies and institutions of higher education via electronic file transfer with each agency’s regular daily downloads. Deadlines:
Data corrections entered or submitted after Oct. 25 will not be reflected in the final report issued on Oct. 27. |
| 09/29/22 | State Employee Charitable Campaign State Employee Charitable Campaign
The annual State Employee Charitable Campaign (SECC) runs Sept. 1 – Oct. 31. During the SECC, state employees may elect to deduct contributions to participating charities from their paychecks. USPS and CAPPS will be updated for December payrolls to reflect changes to the SECC, including participating charities’ payee codes, Texas identification numbers and contact information. Agencies and institutions of higher education not using USPS or CAPPS Central must update their payroll/personnel systems accordingly. See State Employee Charitable Campaign Participation (FPP F.033) or the SECC website for the list of participating statewide federations, local campaign areas and more information. |
| 09/23/22 | Preliminary EEO Report Preliminary EEO Report
Preliminary copies of the 2022 Equal Employment Opportunity Report (FPP F.016) will be available for agencies and institutions of higher education via electronic file transfer on Oct. 13 with each agency’s regular daily downloads. Deadlines:
Data corrections entered or submitted after Oct. 25 will not be reflected in the final report issued on Oct. 27. |
| 09/23/22 | Final Fiscal 2022 Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices) Final Fiscal 2022 Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices)
Each state agency and institution of higher education will receive a final copy of the fiscal 2022 Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices) via electronic file transfer on Sept. 29. See Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices for the Fiscal Year) (FPP F.005) for more information, including HRIS, SPRS and USPS contacts. |
| 09/23/22 | Reminder – Fiscal Management Customer Service Survey Reminder – Fiscal Management Customer Service Survey
How well are we meeting your customer service expectations? Please let us know by completing the online survey by Friday, Sept. 30. We appreciate your feedback. Email us at fiscal.documentation@cpa.texas.gov with any questions. |
| 09/23/22 | Reminder – Emergency Leave Reporting Due Reminder – Emergency Leave Reporting Due
Agencies and institutions must report emergency leave use by Oct. 1 for employees granted more than 32 hours of emergency leave during the prior fiscal year. See Emergency Leave Reporting Requirements (FPP F.040) for details on the Emergency Leave Reporting web application and the required statement for agencies and institutions not sending a report. |
| 09/16/22 | 2022 Fiscal Management Customer Service Survey 2022 Fiscal Management Customer Service Survey
How well are we meeting your customer service expectations? Please let us know by completing the online survey by Friday, Sept. 30. We appreciate your feedback. Email us at fiscal.documentation@cpa.texas.gov with any questions about the survey. |
| 09/09/22 | Preliminary Fiscal 2022 Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices) Preliminary Fiscal 2022 Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices)
Preliminary copies of the fiscal 2022 Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices) will arrive at state agencies and institutions of higher education via electronic file transfer on Sept. 15. Agencies and institutions must submit electronic report acknowledgment forms by Sept. 22, and will have until Sept. 27 to review the preliminary report and enter or submit changes. See Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices for the Fiscal Year) (FPP F.005) for more information, including HRIS, SPRS and USPS contacts. |
| 09/02/22 | HRIS Employees Without Reappointments Report HRIS Employees Without Reappointments Report
Institutions of higher education can download the HRIS Employees Without Reappointments Report on Sept. 21. Make all employee information corrections by close of business Sept. 28. HRIS uses this information to generate the Equal Employment Opportunity Report, Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices for the Fiscal Year) and Veteran Workforce Summary Report. See HRIS Higher Education Reporting Procedures for Reappointments (FPP M.003) or contact your agency’s HRIS representative for more information on the reappointment process. Note: Only institutions that have active employees without reappointments will receive reports. |
| 09/02/22 | Reminder – Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Reminder – Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
Sept. 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2022 fourth-quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (June 1 to Aug. 31). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent via electronic file transfer (EFT) on Sept. 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available Sept. 16 and must be submitted by Sept. 23. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 08/26/22 | Emergency Leave Reporting Due Emergency Leave Reporting Due
Agencies and institutions must report emergency leave use by Oct. 1 for employees granted more than 32 hours of emergency leave during the prior fiscal year. See Emergency Leave Reporting Requirements (FPP F.040) for details on the Emergency Leave Reporting web application and the required statement for agencies and institutions not sending a report. |
| 08/26/22 | Reminder – Salary Supplement Report Due Reminder – Salary Supplement Report Due
State agencies and institutions of higher education must report certain salary supplements to the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, the State Auditor’s Office and the Secretary of State by Sept. 15. See Salary Supplements Paid From Sources Other Than Appropriated Funds (FPP F.031) for instructions and the online report form. |
| 08/12/22 | Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
Sept. 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2022 fourth-quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (June 1 to Aug. 31). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent via electronic file transfer (EFT) on Sept. 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available Sept. 16 and must be submitted by Sept. 23. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 08/12/22 | Reminder – Systems Unavailable During Year-End Close Reminder – Systems Unavailable During Year-End Close
The USAS annual cash-basis close for fiscal 2022 occurs Aug. 31. The fiscal year-end close process requires shutting down the statewide fiscal systems. See Master Schedule of Year-End Close Events for more information, including:
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| 08/05/22 | Reminder – HRIS Reappointments Due Reminder – HRIS Reappointments Due
Institutions of higher education must report certain information about jobs and reappointments at the beginning of each fiscal year. Submit reappointment information via electronic file transfer (EFT) by:
The HRIS September maintenance deadline is Oct. 7. See HRIS Higher Education Reporting Procedures for Reappointments (FPP M.003) for reappointment details and instructions. |
| 07/22/22 | Outstanding Warrants Void Aug. 31 Outstanding Warrants Void Aug. 31
The Outstanding Warrants Control Report (DAFR8171) runs on the first Friday of each month. Agencies should monitor their report before warrants become void on Aug. 31. See USAS Annual Close Process (FPP Q.004) for more information, including details on generating reports via the Report Request Profile, USAS 91 screen. Also see Void Warrants. Contact your appropriation control officer with questions. |
| 07/22/22 | Salary Supplement Report Due Salary Supplement Report Due
State agencies and institutions of higher education must report certain salary supplements to the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, the State Auditor’s Office and the Secretary of State by Sept. 15. See Salary Supplements Paid From Sources Other Than Appropriated Funds (FPP F.031) for instructions and the online report form. |
| 07/11/22 | HRIS Reappointment Reporting HRIS Reappointment Reporting
Institutions of higher education must report certain information about jobs and reappointments at the beginning of each fiscal year. Submit reappointment information via electronic file transfer (EFT) by:
The HRIS September maintenance deadline is Oct. 7. See HRIS Higher Education Reporting Procedures for Reappointments (FPP M.003) for reappointment details and instructions. |
| 07/01/22 | Fiscal Year-End Close Schedule Fiscal Year-End Close Schedule
See the 2022 Master Schedule of Year-End Close Events, which includes:
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| 06/03/22 | Reminder – Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Reminder – Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
June 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2022 third-quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (March 1 to May 31). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent by electronic file transfer (EFT) on June 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available June 16 and must be submitted by June 23. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 05/13/22 | Fiscal 2023 Payroll Due Dates and Direct Deposit Schedule Fiscal 2023 Payroll Due Dates and Direct Deposit Schedule
For state agencies and institutions of higher education, the monthly and twice-monthly payrolls are due by the seventh workday before payday. Submitting payrolls to the Comptroller’s office on or before the due dates ensures adequate processing time for direct deposits and warrant distribution. See Payroll Due Dates and Direct Deposit Schedules (FPP E.030) for more information, including the fiscal 2023 payroll due dates and direct deposit schedule. |
| 05/13/22 | Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
June 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2022 third-quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (March 1 to May 31). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent by electronic file transfer (EFT) on June 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available June 16 and must be submitted by June 23. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 04/27/22 | Deadline Extended – Authorization for Warrant Pickup Deadline Extended – Authorization for Warrant Pickup
The deadline to renew the Agency Authorization for Warrant Pickup form (74-189) has been extended to close of business May 20. All authorization forms on file terminate at 5 p.m. on May 31. New forms are effective June 1. Warrants will not be distributed as of June 1 without an updated renewal form on file. See Authorization for Warrant Pickup for the form and more information. Contact Payment Services with questions. |
| 04/08/22 | Warrant Distribution on Friday, April 15 Warrant Distribution on Friday, April 15
The Comptroller’s office will be closed April 15 to observe Good Friday; however, Payment Services will distribute warrants from 8-10 a.m. The warrants will be from the April 14 processing cycle. See Payment Distribution for warrant pickup requirements. |
| 04/08/22 | Reminder – Authorization for Warrant Pickup Due Reminder – Authorization for Warrant Pickup Due
Every two years, the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts requires all state agencies and institutions of higher education to renew their Agency Authorization for Warrant Pickup form (74-189). Return the completed, signed form by close of business April 15. All authorization forms on file terminate at 5 p.m. on April 30. New forms are effective May 1. See Authorization for Warrant Pickup for the form and more information. Contact Payment Services with questions. |
| 03/11/22 | Authorization for Warrant Pickup Due Authorization for Warrant Pickup Due
Every two years, the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts requires all state agencies and institutions of higher education to renew their Agency Authorization for Warrant Pickup form (74-189). Return the completed and signed form by close of business April 15. All authorization forms on file terminate at 5 p.m. on April 30. New forms are effective May 1. See Authorization for Warrant Pickup for the form and more information. Contact Payment Services with questions. |
| 03/04/22 | Reminder – Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Reminder – Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
March 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2022 second-quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (Dec. 1 to Feb. 28). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent via electronic file transfer (EFT) on March 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available March 16 and must be submitted by March 23. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 02/11/22 | New Name and Email for Fiscal Management Security Team New Name and Email for Fiscal Management Security Team
The Statewide Fiscal Systems (SFS) Security team’s name has changed to Statewide Security Administration (SSA). Effective Feb. 14, the support email address (SFS.security@cpa.texas.gov) will be replaced with SSA.security@cpa.texas.gov. This email account is primarily for agency security coordinators to send questions/correspondence to the SSA team. Security access requests must still be submitted via the Security Request System. Agencies should:
NOTE: The old SFS email account will not receive messages after Tuesday, March 15. Agency security coordinators may contact the SSA team with questions. |
| 02/11/22 | Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
March 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2022 second-quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (Dec. 1 to Feb. 28). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent via electronic file transfer (EFT) on March 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available March 16 and must be submitted by March 23. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 02/04/22 | Reminder – Statewide Cost Allocation Worksheet and Forms Due Reminder – Statewide Cost Allocation Worksheet and Forms Due
Deadlines for agencies listed in Fiscal 2021 Statewide Cost Allocation Summary of Fixed Costs by Agency are:
See General Revenue Reimbursement for Statewide Allocated Costs (FPP A.022) for instructions, contacts and forms. |
| 01/21/22 | Reminder – Upgrade to TLS 1.2 by Jan. 30 Reminder – Upgrade to TLS 1.2 by Jan. 30
The Comptroller’s office will disable two transport layer security (TLS) protocols, 1.0 and 1.1, on Jan. 30. After that, only TLS 1.2 connections will work. This update is needed to correct security vulnerabilities. This change will impact all connections to Comptroller systems, so be sure your information technology team is aware of the upgrade. The Comptroller’s office alerted state agencies to the upcoming change in September and has worked with agencies to replace the older protocols. See Microsoft’s update for more information. |
| 01/03/22 | Current Forms Always Available on FMX Current Forms Always Available on FMX
Check the Forms page or appropriate topic page on FMX before submitting a form to ensure you submit the current version. Previously downloaded forms or stored links might be outdated. You’ll find a link to the Forms page at the top of any FMX page. Also, FMX topic pages such as Appropriations or Payment Services feature links to related forms. |
| 12/15/21 | Upgrade to TLS 1.2 Required by Jan. 30 Upgrade to TLS 1.2 Required by Jan. 30
The Comptroller’s office will disable two transport layer security (TLS) protocols, 1.0 and 1.1, on Jan. 30, 2022. After that, only TLS 1.2 connections will work. This update is needed to correct security vulnerabilities. This change could impact any connection to Comptroller systems, so be sure your informational technology team is aware of the upgrade. The Comptroller’s office alerted state agencies to the upcoming change in September and has worked with agencies to replace the older protocols. See Microsoft’s update for more information. |
| 12/15/21 | Reminder – ACA 1094-C and 1095-C Contact Information Update Due Reminder – ACA 1094-C and 1095-C Contact Information Update Due
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 (ACA) requires employers to offer affordable health insurance that provides minimum essential coverage to their full-time (and full-time equivalent) employees and their dependents or incur tax penalties. The Comptroller’s office has updated ACA 1094-C and 1095-C Reporting Requirements (FPP F.039) for calendar year 2021. Agencies should review this guidance for how it affects your agency. Your agency is responsible for 1094-C and 1095-C reporting. USPS agencies are required to update 1094-C and 1095-C contact information by Dec. 31. CAPPS Central agencies are required to update the new Manage Agency Contact Info page in CAPPS by Jan. 7. |
| 12/03/21 | Reminder – Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Reminder – Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
Dec. 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2022 first-quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (Sept. 1 to Nov. 30). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent via electronic file transfer (EFT) on Dec. 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available Dec. 16 and must be submitted by Dec. 30. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 11/10/21 | Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
Dec. 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2022 first-quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (Sept. 1 to Nov. 30). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent via electronic file transfer (EFT) on Dec. 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available Dec. 16 and must be submitted by Dec. 30. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 11/10/21 | Reminder – Warrant Pickup Availability Nov. 24 Reminder – Warrant Pickup Availability Nov. 24
The Comptroller’s office will be closed for business on Wednesday, Nov. 24; however, Payment Services will distribute warrants from 8-10 a.m. for the Nov. 23 processing cycle. There will be no warrant distribution on Nov. 25 or 26. See Payment Distribution for warrant pickup requirements. |
| 11/10/21 | Reminder – Direct Deposit Settlement Dates Reminder – Direct Deposit Settlement Dates
State and federal holidays with no scheduled USAS cycle that are listed on the System Outages and Holidays calendar are excluded when determining the direct deposit settlement date of a payment. Since financial institutions are closed, no direct deposit activity occurs on those days. Agencies must exclude these dates when determining when to process their payments to ensure prompt payment and avoid late payment interest. |
| 11/10/21 | Reminder – USAS/TINS File Submission Reminder – USAS/TINS File Submission
If you need to submit a USAS or TINS batch file on a weekend or holiday, see the USAS/TINS Input Record File Submission Schedule. |
| 11/05/21 | Warrant Pickup Availability Nov. 24 Warrant Pickup Availability Nov. 24
The Comptroller’s office will be closed for business on Wednesday, Nov. 24; however, Payment Services will distribute warrants from 8-10 a.m. for the Nov. 23 processing cycle. There will be no warrant distribution on Nov. 25 or 26. See Payment Distribution for warrant pickup requirements. |
| 11/05/21 | Direct Deposit Settlement Dates Direct Deposit Settlement Dates
State and federal holidays with no scheduled USAS cycle that are listed on the System Outages and Holidays calendar are excluded when determining the direct deposit settlement date of a payment. Since financial institutions are closed, no direct deposit activity occurs on those days. Agencies must exclude these dates when determining when to process their payments to ensure prompt payment and avoid late payment interest. |
| 11/05/21 | USAS/TINS File Submission USAS/TINS File Submission
If you need to submit a USAS or TINS batch file on a weekend or holiday, see the USAS/TINS Input Record File Submission Schedule. |
| 10/15/21 | Final EEO Report Final EEO Report
Final copies of the 2021 Equal Employment Opportunity Report (FPP F.016) will arrive at agencies and institutions of higher education via electronic file transfer on Oct. 28. Oct. 26 is the deadline for making data corrections. Corrections entered or submitted after this date will not be reflected in the final report. The Comptroller’s office will send the final report to the Civil Rights Division of the Texas Workforce Commission on Oct. 28. |
| 10/01/21 | Reminder – Preliminary EEO Report Reminder – Preliminary EEO Report
Preliminary copies of the 2021 Equal Employment Opportunity Report (FPP F.016) will arrive at agencies and institutions of higher education via electronic file transfer on Oct. 14 with each agency’s regular daily downloads. Deadlines:
Data corrections entered or submitted after Oct. 26 will not be reflected in the final report issued on Oct. 28. |
| 09/29/21 | Direct Deposit Authorization Form Change Direct Deposit Authorization Form Change
Effective immediately, a new National Automated Clearing House Association (NACHA) rule requires the requestor of a direct deposit reversal to be the same agency that issued the original payment. The Comptroller’s office has updated Section 6 of the Direct Deposit Authorization form (74-176) to reflect the new rule. If your agency uses its own form or electronic method (such as an online application or self-service portal) to process direct deposits through the Comptroller’s office, you must update it to match the new language on form 74-176. See Direct Deposit Forms on TexPayment Resource for more information. Submit a copy of your agency’s updated internal forms or methods to Payment Services at tins.mail@cpa.texas.gov for review and approval no later than Oct. 15, 2021. Contact Payment Services with any questions. |
| 09/24/21 | Final Fiscal 2021 Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices) Final Fiscal 2021 Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices)
State agencies and institutions of higher education will receive a final copy of the fiscal 2021 Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices) via electronic file transfer on Sept. 30. See Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices for the Fiscal Year) (FPP F.005) for more information, including HRIS, SPRS and USPS contacts. |
| 09/24/21 | Preliminary EEO Report Preliminary EEO Report
Preliminary copies of the 2021 Equal Employment Opportunity Report (see FPP F.016) will arrive at agencies and institutions of higher education via electronic file transfer on Oct. 14 with each agency's regular daily downloads. Deadlines:
Data corrections entered or submitted after Oct. 26 will not be reflected in the final report issued on Oct. 28. |
| 09/17/21 | Reminder – Emergency Leave Reporting Due Reminder – Emergency Leave Reporting Due
Agencies and institutions must report emergency leave use by Oct. 1 for employees granted more than 32 hours of emergency leave during the prior fiscal year. See Emergency Leave Reporting Requirements (FPP F.040) for details on the Emergency Leave Reporting web application and the required statement for agencies and institutions not sending a report. |
| 09/17/21 | Reminder – Take the 2021 Fiscal Management Customer Service Survey Reminder – Take the 2021 Fiscal Management Customer Service Survey
How well are we meeting your customer service expectations? Please let us know by completing the online survey by Friday, Sept. 24. We appreciate your feedback. If you have any questions about the survey, email us at fiscal.documentation@cpa.texas.gov. |
| 09/10/21 | Take the 2021 Fiscal Management Customer Service Survey Take the 2021 Fiscal Management Customer Service Survey
How well are we meeting your customer service expectations? Please let us know by completing the online survey by Friday, Sept. 24. We appreciate your feedback. If you have any questions about the survey, please email us at fiscal.documentation@cpa.texas.gov. |
| 09/10/21 | Preliminary Fiscal 2021 Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices) Preliminary Fiscal 2021 Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices)
Preliminary copies of the fiscal 2021 Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices) will arrive at state agencies and institutions of higher education via electronic file transfer on Sept. 16. Agencies and institutions must submit electronic report acknowledgment forms by Sept. 23, and have until Sept. 28 to review the preliminary report and enter or submit changes. See Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices for the Fiscal Year) (FPP F.005) for more information, including HRIS, SPRS and USPS contacts. |
| 09/03/21 | State Employee Charitable Campaign State Employee Charitable Campaign
The annual State Employee Charitable Campaign (SECC) runs Sept. 1 – Oct. 31. During the SECC, state employees may elect to deduct contributions to participating charities from their paychecks. USPS and CAPPS will be updated to reflect any changes to the SECC for the December 2021 payrolls, which may include participating charities’ payee codes, Texas identification numbers and contact information. Agencies and institutions of higher education not using USPS or CAPPS Central must update their payroll/personnel systems accordingly. See State Employee Charitable Campaign Participation (FPP F.033) or the SECC website for the list of participating statewide federations, local campaign areas and more information. |
| 09/03/21 | HRIS Employees Without Reappointments Report HRIS Employees Without Reappointments Report
Institutions of higher education can download the HRIS Employees Without Reappointments Report on Sept. 22. Make all employee information corrections by close of business Sept. 29. HRIS uses this information to generate the Equal Employment Opportunity Report, Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices for the Fiscal Year) and Veteran Workforce Summary Report. See HRIS Higher Education Reporting Procedures for Reappointments (FPP M.003) or contact your agency’s HRIS representative for more information on the reappointment process. Note: Only institutions that have active employees without reappointments will receive reports. |
| 09/03/21 | Reminder – Upgrade to BlueZone Web-to-Host 7.1 by Sept. 8 Reminder – Upgrade to BlueZone Web-to-Host 7.1 by Sept. 8
BlueZone Web-to-Host 5.2 will be decommissioned Sept. 8. Customers must upgrade to BlueZone Web-to-Host 7.1 before that date. See Requirements for Transmitting Comptroller Information (FPP N.007) (login required) for installation instructions. Note: If you have trouble connecting to the FMX site or downloading BlueZone, contact your IT support to determine if your agency security policies or firewalls are blocking access. |
| 09/03/21 | Reminder – Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Reminder – Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
Sept. 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2022 fourth-quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (June 1 to Aug. 31). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent via electronic file transfer (EFT) on Sept. 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available Sept. 16 and must be submitted by Sept. 23. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 08/27/21 | Emergency Leave Reporting Due Emergency Leave Reporting Due
Agencies and institutions must report emergency leave use by Oct. 1 for employees granted more than 32 hours of emergency leave during the prior fiscal year. See Emergency Leave Reporting Requirements (FPP F.040) for details on the Emergency Leave Reporting web application and the required statement for agencies and institutions not sending a report. |
| 08/27/21 | Reminder – Upgrade to BlueZone Web-to-Host 7.1 by Sept. 8 Reminder – Upgrade to BlueZone Web-to-Host 7.1 by Sept. 8
BlueZone Web-to-Host 5.2 will be decommissioned Sept. 8. Customers must upgrade to BlueZone Web-to-Host 7.1 before that date. See Requirements for Transmitting Comptroller Information (FPP N.007) (login required) for installation instructions. Note: If you have trouble connecting to the FMX site or downloading BlueZone, contact your IT support to determine if your agency security policies or firewalls are blocking access. |
| 08/27/21 | Reminder – Salary Supplement Report Due Reminder – Salary Supplement Report Due
State agencies and institutions of higher education must report certain salary supplements to the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, the State Auditor’s Office and the Secretary of State by Sept. 15. See Salary Supplements Paid From Sources Other Than Appropriated Funds (FPP F.031) for instructions and the online report form. |
| 08/20/21 | Community/Junior Colleges Veteran Workforce Reporting Due Community/Junior Colleges Veteran Workforce Reporting Due
Public community and junior colleges must provide quarterly data on veteran hiring and employment by completing the Comptroller’s electronic Veteran Workforce Reporting for Public Community/Junior College form. The online form (with required veteran complaint reporting included) will be available Sept. 16 and must be submitted by Sept. 23. See Public Community and Junior Colleges Veteran Workforce Reporting Criteria in Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information, including form criteria, instructions and quarterly reporting deadlines. |
| 08/19/21 | Upgrade to BlueZone Web-to-Host 7.1 by Sept. 8 Upgrade to BlueZone Web-to-Host 7.1 by Sept. 8
BlueZone Web-to-Host 5.2 will be decommissioned Sept. 8. Customers must upgrade to BlueZone Web-to-Host 7.1 before that date. See Requirements for Transmitting Comptroller Information (FPP N.007) (login required) for installation instructions. Note: If you have trouble accessing instructions or downloading BlueZone, contact your IT support to determine if your agency security policies or firewalls are blocking access. |
| 08/13/21 | 87th Legislature GAA Updates 87th Legislature GAA Updates
The 87th Legislature updated Article IX of the General Appropriations Act (GAA); changes take effect Sept. 1. See Changes to Article IX of the GAA and Other Bills of Interest to State Agencies (FPP F.008) for a summary of GAA changes and other legislation that affects state agencies. |
| 08/13/21 | Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
Sept. 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2021 fourth quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (June 1 to Aug. 31). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent via electronic file transfer (EFT) on Sept. 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available Sept. 16 and must be submitted by Sept. 23. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 08/13/21 | Reminder – Systems Unavailable During Year-End Close Reminder – Systems Unavailable During Year-End Close
The USAS annual cash-basis close for fiscal 2021 occurs on Aug. 31. The fiscal year-end close process requires shutting down the statewide fiscal systems. See Master Schedule of Year-End Close Events for more information, including:
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| 08/10/21 | Upgrade to BlueZone Web-to-Host 7.1 by Sept. 8 Upgrade to BlueZone Web-to-Host 7.1 by Sept. 8
BlueZone Web-to-Host 5.2 will be decommissioned on Sept. 8. Customers must upgrade to BlueZone Web-to-Host 7.1 before that date. See Requirements for Transmitting Comptroller Information (FPP N.007) (login required) for installation instructions. Note: If you have trouble connecting to the FMX site or downloading BlueZone, contact your IT support to determine if your agency security policies or firewalls are blocking access. Customers using BlueZone Web-to-Host 5.2 can leave that version installed; it will not conflict with version 7.1. After Sept. 8, BlueZone Web-to-Host 5.2 will no longer connect to the CPA mainframe and will redirect to a Comptroller.Texas.Gov welcome page. Agencies and institutions may also use other TN3270E emulation software equivalent to BlueZone. See Alternative Emulator Configuration Settings (login required) in FPP N.007 or contact Information Technology Support at your agency or institution for assistance. |
| 08/06/21 | Legislative Changes to Salary Administration Legislative Changes to Salary Administration
The 87th Legislature, Regular Session, updated:
See Legislative Changes Affecting Salary Administration, 87th Legislature (FPP F.021) for more information. |
| 08/06/21 | Reminder – HRIS Reappointments Due Reminder – HRIS Reappointments Due
Institutions of higher education must report certain information about jobs and reappointments at the beginning of each fiscal year. Submit reappointment information via electronic file transfer (EFT) by:
The HRIS September maintenance deadline is Oct. 7. See HRIS Higher Education Reporting Procedures for Reappointments (FPP M.003) for reappointment details and instructions. Note: Fiscal Management requires either an email to hrismail@cpa.texas.gov OR an HRIS EFT Specifications form (73-162) for EFT #1, EFT #2 and EFT #3 during the fiscal year reappointment process. |
| 07/23/21 | Outstanding Warrants Void Aug. 31 Outstanding Warrants Void Aug. 31
The Outstanding Warrants Control Report (DAFR8171) runs on the first Friday of each month. Agencies should monitor their report before warrants become void on Aug. 31. See USAS Annual Close Process (FPP Q.004) for more information, including details on generating reports via the Report Request Profile, USAS 91 screen. Also see Void Warrants. Contact your appropriation control officer with questions. |
| 07/23/21 | Salary Supplement Report Due Salary Supplement Report Due
State agencies and institutions of higher education must report certain salary supplements to the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, the State Auditor’s Office and the Secretary of State by Sept. 15. See Salary Supplements Paid From Sources Other Than Appropriated Funds (FPP F.031) for instructions and the online report form. |
| 07/09/21 | HRIS Reappointment Reporting HRIS Reappointment Reporting
Institutions of higher education must report certain information about jobs and reappointments at the beginning of each fiscal year. Submit reappointment information via electronic file transfer (EFT) by:
The HRIS September maintenance deadline is Oct. 7. See HRIS Higher Education Reporting Procedures for Reappointments (FPP M.003) for reappointment details and instructions. |
| 07/02/21 | Fiscal Year-End Close Schedule Fiscal Year-End Close Schedule
See the 2021 Master Schedule of Year-End Close Events, which includes:
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| 06/04/21 | BlueZone Web-to-Host Upgrade Postponed BlueZone Web-to-Host Upgrade Postponed
Customers using BlueZone Web-to-Host 5.2 may continue using this version until further notice. We recommend that you upgrade to Web-to-Host 7.1 at your earliest convenience; see Requirements for Transmitting Comptroller Information (FPP N.007) (login required) for more information and installation instructions. The Comptroller’s office will announce the new decommission date for Web-to-Host 5.2 shortly. |
| 06/04/21 | Reminder – Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Reminder – Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
June 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2021 third quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (March 1 to May 31). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent by electronic file transfer (EFT) on June 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available June 16 and must be submitted by June 23. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 05/21/21 | Reminder – Upgrade BlueZone Web-to-Host by June 1 Reminder – Upgrade BlueZone Web-to-Host by June 1
All customers using BlueZone Web-to-Host 5.2 must upgrade to the latest version, 7.1, by June 1, when the current version will be decommissioned on Comptroller systems. Note: If you or your IT support already downloaded and installed BlueZone Web-to-Host 5.2 from FMX, you must upgrade to the latest 7.1 version. If your agency or office has its own licensed version of BlueZone or another 3270 emulator, you can continue using it to connect to the Comptroller’s mainframe. See Requirements for Transmitting Comptroller Information (FPP N.007) (login required) for more information and installation instructions. Agencies and institutions may also use other TN3270E emulation software equivalent to BlueZone. See Alternative Emulator Configuration Settings (login required) in FPP N.007, or contact information technology support at your agency for help. |
| 05/14/21 | Fiscal 2022 Payroll Due Dates and Direct Deposit Schedule Fiscal 2022 Payroll Due Dates and Direct Deposit Schedule
For state agencies and institutions of higher education, the monthly and twice-monthly payrolls are due by the seventh workday before payday. Submitting payrolls to the Comptroller’s office on or before the due dates ensures adequate processing time for direct deposits and warrant distribution. See Payroll Due Dates and Direct Deposit Schedules (FPP E.030) for more information, including the fiscal 2022 payroll due dates and direct deposit schedule. |
| 05/14/21 | Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
June 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2021 third quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (March 1 to May 31). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent by electronic file transfer (EFT) on June 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available June 16 and must be submitted by June 23. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 05/14/21 | Reminder – Authorization Updates Due for Changes to Statewide Payroll/Personnel Systems Reminder – Authorization Updates Due for Changes to Statewide Payroll/Personnel Systems
Letter of authorization (LOA) signature lists currently on file for HRIS, SPRS, USPS and CAPPS expire May 31. By May 31, each agency and institution of higher education must submit the names of authorized employees and a new LOA signature list form. Beginning June 1, only newly authorized state employees may request data changes. See Authorization and Request Process for Data Changes to Statewide Payroll/Personnel Systems (FPP M.009) for forms and instructions. |
| 05/07/21 | Reminder – Upgrade BlueZone Web-to-Host by June 1 Reminder – Upgrade BlueZone Web-to-Host by June 1
All customers using BlueZone Web-to-Host 5.2 must upgrade to the latest version, 7.1, by June 1, when the current version will be decommissioned on Comptroller systems. Note: If you or your IT support already downloaded and installed BlueZone Web-to-Host 5.2 from FMX, you must upgrade to the latest 7.1 version. If your agency or office has its own licensed version of BlueZone or another 3270 emulator, you can continue using it to connect to the Comptroller’s mainframe. See Requirements for Transmitting Comptroller Information (FPP N.007) (login required) for more information and installation instructions. Agencies and institutions may also use other TN3270E emulation software equivalent to BlueZone. See Alternative Emulator Configuration Settings (login required) in FPP N.007, or contact information technology support at your agency for help. |
| 04/30/21 | ARP Update to FFCRA ARP Update to FFCRA
The American Rescue Plan Act (ARP) further extends agencies’ and institutions’ ability to voluntarily offer emergency paid sick leave and paid family leave created by the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) through Sept. 30, 2021. The Comptroller’s office has updated Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) Guidance (FPP F.041) to reflect ARP’s changes to FFCRA. |
| 04/30/21 | Reminder – Upgrade BlueZone Web-to-Host by June 1 Reminder – Upgrade BlueZone Web-to-Host by June 1
All customers using BlueZone Web-to-Host 5.2 must upgrade to the latest version, 7.1, by June 1, when the current version will be decommissioned on Comptroller systems. See Requirements for Transmitting Comptroller Information (FPP N.007) (login required) for more information and installation instructions. Agencies and institutions may also use other TN3270E emulation software equivalent to BlueZone. See Alternative Emulator Configuration Settings (login required) in FPP N.007, or contact information technology support at your agency for help. |
| 04/23/21 | Authorization Updates Due for Changes to Statewide Payroll/Personnel Systems Authorization Updates Due for Changes to Statewide Payroll/Personnel Systems
Letter of authorization (LOA) signature lists currently on file for HRIS, SPRS, USPS and CAPPS expire May 31. By May 31, each agency and institution of higher education must submit the names of authorized employees and a new LOA signature list form. Beginning June 1, only newly authorized state employees may request data changes. See Authorization and Request Process for Data Changes to Statewide Payroll/Personnel Systems (FPP M.009) for forms and instructions. |
| 03/26/21 | Warrant Availability on Friday, April 2 Warrant Availability on Friday, April 2
The Comptroller’s office will be closed for business on April 2 in observance of Good Friday; however, Payment Services will distribute warrants from 8-10 a.m. The warrants will be for the April 1 processing cycle. See Payment Distribution for warrant pickup requirements. |
| 03/05/21 | Reminder — Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Reminder — Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
March 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2021 second quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (Dec. 1 to Feb. 28). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent via electronic file transfer (EFT) on March 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available March 16 and must be submitted by March 23. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 02/26/21 | Upgrade BlueZone Web-to-Host by June 1 Upgrade BlueZone Web-to-Host by June 1
All customers using BlueZone Web-to-Host 5.2 must upgrade to the latest version, 7.1, by June 1, when the current version will be decommissioned on Comptroller systems. See Requirements for Transmitting Comptroller Information (FPP N.007) (login required) for more information and installation instructions. Agencies and institutions may also use other TN3270E emulation software equivalent to BlueZone. See Alternative Emulator Configuration Settings (login required) in FPP N.007 or contact information technology support at your agency or institution for help. |
| 02/19/21 | Daily Print Files Available for Download Daily Print Files Available for Download
The daily print files for the mainframe system reports are available for download for the most recent cycle plus the previous 12 cycles. Agencies can retrieve the files from the Comptroller’s mainframe server using secure file transfer protocol (SFTP), and have two weeks to download a missed file without notifying the Comptroller’s office. You must have security access to retrieve these reports. To request access, contact your agency security coordinator. If you need to retrieve files that are no longer available, contact the Comptroller’s Help Desk at (512) 463-4357 or cpa.help@cpa.texas.gov and request the SIO Group. See Requirements for Transmitting Comptroller Information Over Public Networks and Downloading Mainframe Reports Using Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP)(FPP N.007) (login required) for more information. |
| 02/18/21 | Warrant Distribution Delayed Due to Inclement Weather Warrant Distribution Delayed Due to Inclement Weather
Weather permitting, warrant pickup will be available on Friday, Feb. 19 from noon – 4 p.m. Agencies may call (512) 475-5329 beginning at 9 a.m. on Friday to confirm that warrants will be available for distribution. On days the Comptroller’s office is closed but warrant pickup is available, your authorized representative must have photo identification and a cell phone to call |
| 02/17/21 | Warrant Distribution Canceled Due to Inclement Weather Warrant Distribution Canceled Due to Inclement Weather
Due to inclement weather, the Comptroller’s office will be closed on Thursday, Feb. 18. Warrants will not be distributed on this day. Additional Comptroller office closures or delayed openings will be announced here on FMX. |
| 02/16/21 | Warrant Distribution Canceled Due to Inclement Weather Warrant Distribution Canceled Due to Inclement Weather
Due to inclement weather, the Comptroller’s office will be closed on Wednesday, Feb. 17. Warrants will not be distributed on this day. Additional Comptroller office closures or delayed openings will be announced here on FMX. |
| 02/15/21 | Warrant Distribution Canceled Due to Inclement Weather Warrant Distribution Canceled Due to Inclement Weather
Due to inclement weather, the Comptroller’s office will be closed on Tuesday, Feb. 16. Warrants will not be distributed on this day. Additional Comptroller office closures or delayed openings will be announced here on FMX. |
| 02/12/21 | Second Quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Second Quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
March 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2021 second quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (Dec. 1 to Feb. 28). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent via electronic file transfer (EFT) on March 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available March 16 and must be submitted by March 23. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 01/12/21 | New Act Extends FFCRA Leave Expansion Through March New Act Extends FFCRA Leave Expansion Through March
The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, signed in December 2020, allows agencies and institutions to voluntarily continue offering the emergency paid sick leave and expanded family medical leave created by the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) through March 31, 2021. The existing leave codes and earnings types will remain available in USPS, CAPPS and SPRS for agencies that choose to continue offering these leave benefits to their employees through March. The act does not provide for any additional employee leave, so agencies and institutions can only allow employees to take leave between Jan. 1 and March 31, 2021, up to the amount they are entitled to under the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act or the Emergency Family Medical Leave Expansion Act. If your agency or institution continues to offer leave in accordance with either or both provisions, you should monitor carefully to ensure employees do not take more leave than they are entitled to. Governmental employers are still ineligible for tax credits for providing this leave, though these wages are still exempt from the employer share of the Social Security tax. See the Department of Labor’s Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Questions and Answers, question 104, and Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) Guidance (FPP F.041) for more information. |
| 01/04/21 | Current Forms Always Available on FMX Current Forms Always Available on FMX
Check the Forms page or appropriate topic page before submitting a form to ensure you submit the current version. Previously downloaded forms or stored links might be outdated. You’ll find a link to the Forms page at the top of any page. Also, topic pages such as Appropriations or Payment Services feature links to related forms. |
| 12/07/20 | Update Contact Information for ACA 1094-C and 1095-C by Dec. 31 Update Contact Information for ACA 1094-C and 1095-C by Dec. 31
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 (ACA) requires employers to offer affordable health insurance that provides minimum essential coverage to their full-time (and full-time equivalent) employees and their dependents or incur tax penalties. The Comptroller’s office has updated ACA 1094-C and 1095-C Reporting Requirements (FPP F.039) for calendar year 2020. Agencies should review this guidance for how it affects your agency. Your agency is responsible for 1094-C and 1095-C reporting. USPS and CAPPS Central agencies are required to update 1094-C and 1095-C contact information by Dec. 31. |
| 12/04/20 | Reminder — First Quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Reminder — First Quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
Dec. 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2021 first quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (Sept. 1 to Nov. 30). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent via electronic file transfer (EFT) on Dec. 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available Dec. 16 and must be submitted by Dec. 23. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 11/13/20 | First Quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due First Quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
Dec. 15 is the maintenance and corrections deadline for the fiscal 2021 first quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports (Sept. 1 to Nov. 30). Copies of the quarterly reports will be sent via electronic file transfer (EFT) on Dec. 16. The online quarterly report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) will be available Dec. 16 and must be submitted by Dec. 23. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |
| 11/13/20 | Reminder — System Maintenance Nov. 21 Reminder — System Maintenance Nov. 21
All mainframe systems (USAS, TINS, SPRS, USPS, SPA, HRIS) and CAPPS web services will be unavailable on Saturday, Nov. 21, from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. for scheduled hardware maintenance. CAPPS systems will remain available during this time. |
| 11/13/20 | Reminder — Warrant Pickup Availability Nov. 25 Reminder — Warrant Pickup Availability Nov. 25
The Comptroller’s office will be closed for business on Wednesday, Nov. 25; however, Payment Services will distribute warrants from 8-10 a.m. for the Nov. 24 processing cycle. There will be no warrant distribution on Nov. 26 or 27. See Payment Distribution for warrant pickup requirements. |
| 11/13/20 | Reminder — Check Direct Deposit Settlement Dates Reminder — Check Direct Deposit Settlement Dates
State and federal holidays with no scheduled USAS cycle that are listed on the System Outages and Holidays calendar are excluded when determining the direct deposit settlement date of a payment. Since financial institutions are closed, no direct deposit activity occurs on those days. Agencies must exclude these dates when determining when to process their payments to ensure prompt payment and avoid late payment interest. |
| 11/13/20 | Reminder — USAS/TINS File Submission Reminder — USAS/TINS File Submission
If you need to submit a USAS or TINS batch file on a weekend or holiday, see the USAS/TINS Input Record File Submission Schedule. |
| 11/06/20 | System Maintenance Nov. 21 System Maintenance Nov. 21
All mainframe systems (USAS, TINS, SPRS, USPS, SPA, HRIS) and CAPPS web services will be unavailable on Saturday, Nov. 21, from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. for scheduled hardware maintenance. CAPPS systems will remain available during this time. Mainframe data extracts and reports that are scheduled to run during this outage will need to be processed after maintenance is completed. CAPPS batch jobs that interface with mainframe systems will be placed on hold and run after 7 p.m. on Saturday. Note: CAPPS agencies should not process any new hires while the web service is down, as the interface will not occur. |
| 11/06/20 | Warrant Pickup Availability Nov. 25 Warrant Pickup Availability Nov. 25
The Comptroller’s office will be closed for business on Wednesday, Nov. 25; however, Payment Services will distribute warrants from 8-10 a.m. for the Nov. 24 processing cycle. There will be no warrant distribution on Nov. 26 or 27. See Payment Distribution for warrant pickup requirements. |
| 11/06/20 | Check Direct Deposit Settlement Dates Check Direct Deposit Settlement Dates
State and federal holidays with no scheduled USAS cycle that are listed on the System Outages and Holidays calendar are excluded when determining the direct deposit settlement date of a payment. Since financial institutions are closed, no direct deposit activity occurs on those days. Agencies must exclude these dates when determining when to process their payments to ensure prompt payment and avoid late payment interest. |
| 11/06/20 | USAS/TINS File Submission USAS/TINS File Submission
If you need to submit a USAS or TINS batch file on a weekend or holiday, see the USAS/TINS Input Record File Submission Schedule. |
| 10/30/20 | Open Record Requests: Personal Safety Exceptions Open Record Requests: Personal Safety Exceptions
An exception to open records requests is available for employees who would be under substantial threat of physical harm if information such as work location were made public. See Confidential Employee Information for Open Records Requests Requiring Agency Input (FPP L.004) if your agency has employees who might qualify for the exception. |
| 10/02/20 | Reminder — Preliminary EEO Report Reminder — Preliminary EEO Report
Preliminary copies of the 2020 Equal Employment Opportunity Report (FPP F.016) will arrive at agencies and institutions of higher education via electronic file transfer on Oct. 15 with each agency’s regular daily downloads. Deadlines: Oct. 22 – Preliminary Equal Employment Opportunity Report Acknowledgement form due Oct. 26 – Data corrections due Data corrections entered or submitted after Oct. 26 will not be reflected in the final report issued on Oct. 28. |
| 09/25/20 | Final Fiscal 2020 Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices) Final Fiscal 2020 Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices)
Each state agency and institution of higher education will receive a final copy of the fiscal 2020 Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices) via electronic file transfer on Oct. 1. See Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices for the Fiscal Year) (FPP F.005) for more information, including HRIS, SPRS and USPS contacts. |
| 09/25/20 | Preliminary EEO Report Preliminary EEO Report
Preliminary copies of the 2020 Equal Employment Opportunity Report (FPP F.016) will arrive at agencies and institutions of higher education via electronic file transfer on Oct. 15 with each agency’s regular daily downloads. Deadlines:
Data corrections entered or submitted after Oct. 26 will not be reflected in the final report issued on Oct. 28. |
| 09/18/20 | Reminder — Take the Fiscal Management Customer Service Survey Reminder — Take the Fiscal Management Customer Service Survey
How well are we meeting your customer service expectations? Please let us know by completing the online survey by Friday, Sept. 25. We appreciate your feedback. If you have any questions about the survey, please email us at fiscal.documentation@cpa.texas.gov. |
| 09/18/20 | Reminder — Emergency Leave Reporting Due Reminder — Emergency Leave Reporting Due
Agencies and institutions must report emergency leave use by Oct. 1 for employees granted more than 32 hours of emergency leave during the prior fiscal year. See Emergency Leave Reporting Requirements (FPP F.040) for details on the Emergency Leave Reporting web application and the required statement for agencies and institutions not sending a report. |
| 09/17/20 | Deferral of Payroll Tax Obligations Deferral of Payroll Tax Obligations
On Aug. 8, 2020, a presidential memorandum was issued regarding the deferral of payroll tax obligations in light of the ongoing COVID-19 disaster. The Internal Revenue Service published Notice 2020-65 on Aug. 28, 2020, with guidance for implementing the deferral of the employee share of the Old-Age, Survivors and Disability Insurance tax, commonly referred to as Social Security tax, imposed on wages from Sept. 1, 2020, through Dec. 31, 2020. This guidance:
After careful consideration of the impact and complexity of statewide system changes needed to implement the deferral, the tracking and repayment of the deferred taxes, and the reduced pay periods that would be available given the timeline to implement the system changes, the Comptroller’s office will not implement the deferral of payroll tax obligations for any statewide system maintained by the agency. Agencies and institutions of higher education that support and maintain their own payroll systems may choose to implement the payroll tax deferral at their discretion in alignment with IRS Notice 2020-65. If you have any questions:
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| 09/11/20 | Preliminary Fiscal 2020 Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices) Preliminary Fiscal 2020 Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices)
Preliminary copies of the fiscal 2020 Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices) will arrive at each state agency and institution of higher education via electronic file transfer on Sept. 17. Agencies and institutions must submit electronic report acknowledgement forms by Sept. 24, and will have until Sept. 29 to review the preliminary report and enter or submit changes. See Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices for the Fiscal Year) (FPP F.005) for more information, including HRIS, SPRS and USPS contacts. |
| 09/11/20 | Take the 2020 Fiscal Management Customer Service Survey Take the 2020 Fiscal Management Customer Service Survey
How well are we meeting your customer service expectations? Please let us know by completing the online survey by Friday, Sept. 25. We appreciate your feedback. If you have any questions about the survey, please email us at fiscal.documentation@cpa.texas.gov. |
| 09/04/20 | 2020 State Employee Charitable Campaign 2020 State Employee Charitable Campaign
The annual State Employee Charitable Campaign (SECC) runs Sept. 1 - Oct. 31. During the SECC, state employees may elect to deduct contributions to participating charities from their paychecks. USPS and CAPPS will be updated to reflect any changes to the SECC for the December 2020 payrolls, including participating charities’ payee codes, Texas identification numbers and contact information. Agencies and institutions of higher education not using USPS or CAPPS Central must update their payroll/personnel systems accordingly. See State Employee Charitable Campaign Participation (FPP F.033) or the SECC website for the list of participating statewide federations, local campaign areas and more information. |
| 09/04/20 | HRIS Employees Without Reappointments Report HRIS Employees Without Reappointments Report
Institutions of higher education can download the HRIS Employees Without Reappointments Report on Sept. 23. Make all employee information corrections by close of business Sept. 30. HRIS uses this information to generate the Equal Employment Opportunity Report, Annual Report (Statewide Hiring Practices for the Fiscal Year) and Veteran Workforce Summary Report. See HRIS Higher Education Reporting Procedures for Reappointments (FPP M.003) or contact your HRIS representative for more information on the reappointment process. Note: Only institutions that have employees with reappointments will receive reports. |
| 09/04/20 | Reminder — Fourth Quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due Reminder — Fourth Quarter Veteran Workforce Summary Reports Due
The online Veteran Workforce Summary Report acknowledgment form (with required complaint reporting included) must be submitted by Sept. 23. See Veteran Workforce Summary Reports and Veteran Complaint Reporting (FPP F.038) for more information. |