Sec. 643.256. CEASE AND DESIST ORDER. The department may issue a cease and desist order if the department determines that the action is necessary to: (1) prevent a violation of this chapter; and (2) protect the public health and safety. Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 919 (H.B. 2985), Sec. 6, eff. September 1, 2009.