TAX ADMINISTRATION

An automatic rate deviation shall be effective immediately upon filing with the commissioner. The effective date for any approved rate deviation shall be the earlier of the date of approval in writing by the commissioner, or the 60th day after the date the insurer filed its reque…

The award documentation constitutes obligation of funds for use by the grantee in execution of the program or project covered by the award. Such obligation may be terminated without cause if the grantee's authorized official fails to accept the grant award within 45 calendar days…

When PSO determines that a grantee has failed to submit the necessary information or has failed to comply with any applicable statute, rule, regulation, guideline, or requirement, PSO may place a condition of funding on the grant which may invoke a hold on funds. Notes 1 Tex. Adm…

(a) When a grantee intends to carry out a grant project by cooperating or participating with one or more outside organizations, the grantee must ensure that the cooperative working agreement is signed by each participating organization. Grantees must maintain on file a signed cop…

(a) A grantee must submit a PSO-prescribed Procurement Questionnaire when any procurement is expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold or upon request. PSO may also request all related procurement documentation, such as requests for proposals, invitations for bids, …

(a) Applications from non-profit corporations, local units of governments and other political subdivisions must include a resolution that contains the following: (1) authorization for the submission of the application that clearly identifies the project for which funding is reque…

All nonprofit corporations must submit with their application, information about the agency's fiscal capability, including information from the Internal Revenue Service granting the corporation tax-exempt status. Notes 1 Tex. Admin. Code § 3.2023 The provisions of this §3.2023 ad…

If applicable, an applicant must certify that the applicant has designated a civil rights liaison during the application process. The civil rights liaison shall serve as the grantee's civil rights point of contact and has the responsibility for ensuring that the grantee meets all…

Applicants and grantees must submit grant applications, progress reports, financial reports, and other information, as applicable, to PSO via the Internet or other electronic means. Notes 1 Tex. Admin. Code § 3.21 The provisions of this §3.21 adopted to be effective February 24, …

The executive director may delegate his or her authority or PSO's authority under this chapter. Notes 1 Tex. Admin. Code § 3.23 The provisions of this §3.23 adopted to be effective December 16, 2002, 27 TexReg 11729; Amended by Texas Register, Volume 46, Number 17, April 23, 2021…

Except where prohibited by state or federal statute or rule the executive director may suspend any requirement in this chapter on a showing of good cause. Notes 1 Tex. Admin. Code § 3.25 The provisions of this §3.25 adopted to be effective June 22, 2006, 31 TexReg 4855; Amended t…

(a) Each grant must have a project director, financial officer, and authorized official. No person shall serve in more than one capacity. (b) Each grant official must have an e-mail address and access to the Internet. (c) A grantee shall notify PSO within 20 calendar days of any …

A grantee may not obligate grant funds before the beginning or after the end of the grant period specified in an original grant award or a subsequent grant adjustment. Notes 1 Tex. Admin. Code § 3.2503 The provisions of this §3.2503 adopted to be effective February 24, 2000, 25 T…

(a) Grantees must maintain all financial records, supporting documents, statistical records, and all other records pertinent to the award for at least three years following the submission of a final expenditure report or the closure of the most recent audit report, whichever is l…

(a) Each grantee must submit financial status reports to PSO in the PSO-prescribed format no later than the designated deadlines for their submission. (b) A financial status report reflecting cumulative expenditures from the start of the grant may be submitted as often as monthly…

Grantees must maintain on file a current inventory report of all equipment purchased with grant funds during the grant period. This report must reconcile with the approved grant budget and the final financial status report, and must contain all required PSO data elements. Notes 1…

(a) The project director, financial officer, or authorized official may submit requests for grant adjustments. (b) Adjustments consisting of increases or decreases in the amount of a grant or the reallocation of grant funds among or within approved budget categories are allowable…

Each nonprofit corporation receiving funds from the OOG must obtain and have on file a blanket fidelity bond that indemnifies the OOG against the loss and theft of the entire amount of grant funds. The cost of the bond is an eligible expense of the grant. Notes 1 Tex. Admin. Code…

If a grantee fails to comply with any term or condition of a grant or any applicable statutes, rules, regulations, or guidelines, the OOG may: (1) withhold all grant payments to a specific project or withhold all grant payments to all grant projects awarded to the grantee pending…

(a) If a grantee seeks to terminate any approved grant, it must notify the OOG immediately. (b) The OOG may reduce or terminate any grant when circumstances require reduction or termination, including, but not limited to when: (1) a grantee fails to comply with any term or condit…

Grantees must expend all outstanding liabilities no later than the liquidation date of the grant period specified in an original grant award or a subsequent grant adjustment. All payments made after the completion of the grant period must relate to obligations incurred during the…

(a) A grantee must immediately notify the OOG in writing of any legal violations. (b) A grantee must immediately notify the OOG in writing if a project or project personnel become involved in any civil or criminal litigation and the grantee must immediately forward a copy of any …

(a) Grantees must regularly evaluate their projects. PSO shall monitor grantees through progress reports, on-site visits, and desk reviews. Grantees must maintain information related to project evaluations in the project's files, and that information must be available for review.…

(a) Each grantee must submit reports regarding grant information, performance, and progress. To remain eligible for funding, the grantee must be able to show the scope of services provided and the impact and quality of those services. (b) The OOG may place projects on financial h…

(a) PSO has oversight responsibility for the grants it awards and may review the grantee's management and administration of grant funds and records at any time. Grantees must respond to all PSO inquiries or requests and must make all requested records available. (b) The grantee i…

(a) PSO and OCM shall monitor the activities of grantees as necessary to ensure that grant funds are used for authorized purposes and that grantees achieve grant purposes. (b) The monitoring program may consist of formal audits, monitoring reviews, and technical assistance. PSO o…

(a) Grantees must have audits performed in accordance with the requirements set forth in 2 CFR Part 200 , Subpart F concerning Audit Requirements, and the State Single Audit requirements issued under UGMS. (b) Grantees that meet the Single Audit requirements as set forth in eithe…