Commission Authority

Sec. 60.003. COMMISSION AUTHORITY. (a) The commission may: (1) establish procedures with respect to a policy stated in this subchapter or Subchapters B-H; and (2) resolve a dispute that arises under a policy described by Subdivision (1). (b) The commission shall adopt procedures for a proceeding under Subchapters B and C. A procedure may: (1) limit discovery; and (2) for purposes of cross-examination align any party, other than the office, with another party that has a similar position. (c) In adopting a procedure under this section and in resolving a dispute, the commission shall consider the action's effect on: (1) consumers; (2) competitors; and (3) the incumbent local exchange company. (d) The commission, by order or rule, may not implement a requirement that is contrary to a federal law or rule. Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 166, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.