Texas Administrative Code

Generally, transcripts for proposed public securities supported by a combination of ad valorem taxes and other revenues shall meet the transcript requirements for both ad valorem tax public securities and revenue public securities as provided by this chapter. Notes 1 Tex. Admin. …

Certificates may not be authorized or issued to provide for change orders in excess of 25% of any original contract price. Notes 1 Tex. Admin. Code § 53.71 The provisions of this §53.71 adopted to be effective January 1, 1976.

No original contract price may be increased by more than 25% (regardless of the intended source of funds to provide for such increase), nor shall any original contract be decreased by more than 25% without the consent of the contractor to such decrease. Notes 1 Tex. Admin. Code §…

No notice to bidders pursuant to section 5 is required when certificates are sold for cash. Notes 1 Tex. Admin. Code § 53.73 The provisions of this §53.73 adopted to be effective January 1, 1976.

Affidavits of publication stating dates published and newspaper of publication with newspaper clipping attached are required for all published notices regarding certificates. Notes 1 Tex. Admin. Code § 53.84 The provisions of this §53.84 adopted to be effective January 1, 1976.

A resolution, ordinance, or order directing publication of notice of intention to issue certificates, when such is required, must be submitted. Notes 1 Tex. Admin. Code § 53.83 The provisions of this §53.83 adopted to be effective January 1, 1976.

Generally, all documentation, rules of procedure, and policy regarding approval of general obligation securities, revenue securities or combinations thereof are fully applicable to the approval of certificates. Notes 1 Tex. Admin. Code § 53.82 The provisions of this §53.82 adopte…

Every school district transcript must include certification as to whether the Texas Education Code, Chapter 20, local maintenance tax has been adopted by the district electorate. Notes 1 Tex. Admin. Code § 53.62 The provisions of this §53.62 adopted to be effective January 1, 197…

Certificates, and any interest coupons attached thereto, payable solely from revenues other than taxes shall have printed on their faces a statement to the effect that the holder of said obligation shall never have the right to demand payment of said obligation out of any funds r…

Certificates will be approved under Texas Civil Statutes, Article 2368a.1, §7(1), (2), and (3), in cases of true emergency only. An emergency must involve a public calamity, a present danger, or unforeseen damage. Notes 1 Tex. Admin. Code § 53.77 The provisions of this §53.77 ado…

No refunding of certificates delivered in exchange for services or property will be approved unless said certificates are authorized and issued in substantial compliance with statutory authority and full compliance with any applicable constitutional provisions. Notes 1 Tex. Admin…

(a) When the carrier fails or refuses to initiate, or suspends, payment of income or medical benefits based on evidence that another carrier is liable for the claimant's disability, the carrier or the claimant's attorney, if any, shall immediately request a formal hearing before …

(a) In every instance in which an insurance carrier has paid compensation to a claimant, the carrier shall report to the board and to the claimant or his attorney on Form A-2 (notice of suspension of compensation payments) within 10 calendar days from the date of last payment. Th…

In cases where the carrier tenders a lump sum payment to claimant based upon medical disability, the carrier shall accompany the payment with the A-2 and a transmittal letter which shall read as follows: (1) Enclosed is our payment of compensation $_____ for injuries received on …

Where application is made by the carrier for suspension of compensation pursuant to either Texas Civil Statutes, Article 8306, §12a, or Texas Civil Statutes, Article 8307, §4, the question of suspension will be set by the board for hearing within two weeks of said application. No…

(a) A carrier may not suspend payment of weekly or other periodic benefits pending final adjudication until there exists evidence justifying suspension. However, in no event, unless directed otherwise by the board, shall a carrier suspend benefits until: (1) the injured employee …

(a) In cases in which the reported weekly compensation rate is less than the maximum prescribed by law, the insurance carrier shall file with the board and the claimant or his attorney a wage statement reporting the wages upon which the compensation rate is based. The wage statem…

In cases where it appears that the carrier willfully fails, or refuses without justification to pay compensation, the following procedure will apply. (1) If, on suspension or stoppage of workers' compensation payments, it appears to the board that the carrier has not fully discha…

A statement of position or a statement of controversion as provided for in Texas Civil Statutes, Article 8306, §18a(a), shall state fully and in writing the grounds for refusal to commence paying compensation. These grounds must be based on actual investigation of the claim and s…

(a) Transcript Requirements. Each transcript shall include the following, as applicable: (1) Initial Public Securities. The initial public securities executed in accordance with applicable law; (2) Authorizing Document. The authorizing ordinance, order or resolution and, as appli…

If the bonds are guaranteed by another entity, such entity must furnish the same documentation as the user, to the extent applicable. Notes 1 Tex. Admin. Code § 53.199 The provisions of this §53.199 adopted to be effective November 14, 1990, 15 TexReg 6289.

The following shall constitute documentation of the user: (1) undated general certificate of the user, executed by at least two officers or authorized representatives of the user, including certifications and provisions (or confirmation of any such certifications and provisions w…

The following are the minimum requirements for statutory compliance and documentary composition of transcripts prerequisite to approval of municipal revenue bonds. (1) Where a Texas Civil Statutes, Article 1112, election is applicable. (A) Minutes excerpt relative to call of elec…

(a) Definitions. For purposes of this section, the term "bonds" includes commercial paper used for refunding purposes, and the term "public securities" includes other obligations authorized to be refunded by law that do not constitute public securities under § 1202.001 of the Gov…

The following are the minimum requirements for statutory compliance and documentary composition of transcripts prerequisite to approval of city, town, or county general obligation bond issues (1) Resolution, order, or ordinance calling bond election. (A) Minutes excerpt relative …

(a) The OAG may require a grantee to conduct or undergo an annual audit of a grant based on applicable audit standards. (b) A grantee must submit to the OAG copies of all audit reports that a grantee undergoes, regardless of the purpose. Such reports must be submitted to the OAG …

(a) The OAG may require cash and/or in-kind match for grants as stated in the RFA and the Application Kit. The amount of an award and the match requirements are determined solely by the OAG. The OAG reserves the right to alter the required match for any funded program. (b) All no…

A grantee must maintain an inventory report of all equipment purchased as part of the grant project on file at its principal office. The grantee must complete and submit to the OAG an inventory of grant property no later than the 60th calendar day after the end of the grant perio…

(a) Within each fiscal year, a grantee may transfer funds between direct cost line items in different approved budget categories, not to exceed a cumulative total of ten percent of the approved grant budget during that year, without requesting a grant adjustment from the OAG. (b)…

If a grantee uses any OAG funds to purchase or receive a copyright or for a subcontractor to purchase or receive a copyright, the OAG reserves a royalty-free and irrevocable license to reproduce, publish, use, or authorize others to use the copyrighted material. Notes 1 Tex. Admi…

A grantee shall use reasonable procurement procedures, property management procedures, and contract oversight guidelines. A grantee must comply with all applicable state and federal and local laws and regulations. Notes 1 Tex. Admin. Code § 54.57 The provisions of this §54.57 ado…

(a) The grantee shall maintain adequate records to support its charges, procedures, and performances to the OAG for all work related to the grant. The grantee also shall maintain such records as are deemed necessary by the OAG and auditors of the State of Texas or such other pers…

(a) A grantee must regularly submit performance reports as directed by the OAG. Failure to do so may result in the OAG placing a grantee on financial hold and may affect future funding requests. (b) Information relating to performance reporting must be maintained in the grantee's…

(a) Reimbursement for grant-related expenses is contingent upon a grantee's strict compliance with this subchapter, related requirements, and OAG procedures. Any failure to comply may result in the imposition of temporary or permanent sanctions or both. (b) Sanctions may include:…

(a) The commission may exempt from registration a person participating in a disease surveillance program recognized by the commission. (b) The commission recognizes the following disease surveillance programs: (1) National Poultry Improvement Plan ("NPIP") with the "U.S. Pullorum…

(a) A seller, distributor, or transporter of live domestic or exotic fowl in this state shall register with the commission. The registration requirements apply to the following groups: (1) a seller who sells: (A) domestic fowl or domestic and exotic fowl at a location, other than…

(a) An offense under Section 161.0411 of the Texas Agriculture Code is a Class C misdemeanor unless it is shown on the trial of the offense that the defendant has been previously convicted under this section, in which event the offense is a Class B misdemeanor. (b) The commission…

(a) Movement and Testing Restrictions: If the agency determines there is exposure to or infection with a disease or an agent of transmission of a disease the movement of exposed or infected fowl shall be restricted, by a quarantine or hold order, to any specified location when an…

(a) Registrants shall keep and maintain records of all domestic fowl, or exotic fowl bought, sold or exchanged. (b) The records shall include the buyer's and seller's name and address, county of origin, date of transaction, number of fowl; and a description of the fowl, including…

(a) Testing: (1) Chickens, turkeys, game birds of all ages, and other domestic fowl offered for public sale shall meet the requirements as provided in § 57.11 (c) of this title. (2) Chickens, turkeys, and game birds, and other domestic fowl entering Texas from other states shall …

(a) The annual registration fee for a seller shall be based on the maximum number of fowl, during the previous twelve (12) months, being owned or managed by the registrant at any one time: (1) $35.00 for less than 100 fowl. (2) $125.00 for 100 to 499 fowl. (3) $250.00 for 500 thr…

(a) Grantee personnel, members of a grantee board or governing body, or other persons affiliated with the grant project shall not participate in any proceeding or action where grant funds personally benefit, directly or indirectly, the individuals or their relatives. "Relatives" …

(a) This section applies to: (1) the Department of Public Safety; and (2) a municipal police department, sheriff's department, constable's office, county attorney's office, district attorney's office, and criminal district attorney's office, as applicable, in a county with a popu…

(a) Generally, grant contracts may be awarded for any number of months up to a two year period beginning September 1st and ending August 31st. (b) The OAG reserves the right to alter the starting date and length of the grant contract period. (c) If the grant contract period exten…

(a) If the Office of the Attorney General becomes aware that a person is in violation or may be in violation of a law enforced by another state agency that requires the posting of a sign or notice relating to human trafficking, the Office of the Attorney General may notify the ap…

(a) A person who operates any of the following entities must post at the entity a sign as prescribed by this subchapter or, if applicable, similar signs or notices as prescribed by other state law: (1) an entity permitted or licensed under Chapter 25, 26, 28, 32, 69, or 71, Alcoh…

(a) The minimum and maximum amount of funding for the Choose Life grant contract will be stated in the RFA and the Application Kit. (b) The amount of an award is determined solely by the OAG. The OAG may award grants at amounts above or below the established funding levels and is…