My company always pays wages 1/2 month late. Is that acceptable in Texas?

The Texas Payday Act, which is part of the Texas Labor Code, requires that salried employees be paid at least once per month and hourly employees be paid twice per month.  This rule applies to all employees in Texas, regardless of where the company's headquarters are located.  You can file a complaint with the Texas Workforce Commission's Labor Law Department if you believe the employer is violating your rights.  However, you should be aware that the Payday Act does not contain an anti-retaliation provision and your employer may fire you if it figures out you filed the complaint.  If you go forward with this, ask the TWC whether your can file your complaint anonymously.