Texas Governor Greg Abbott has declared that all state employees must resume full-time in-office work, aligning with a broader movement among government agencies to shift away from remote work arrangements. The decision has elicited varied responses, as numerous workers have adjusted to remote schedules since the pandemic.
“This will represent a major shift for state employees,” stated Myko Gedutis, Vice President of the Texas State Employees Union. Numerous state agencies have reduced their office spaces to save money, resulting in challenges when bringing back a complete in-person workforce.
Joshua Hernandez, a remote worker impacted by the policy, voiced his frustration. It is pretty disappointing. Individuals have structured their lives around remote work, and now they must reorganize everything again…