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At its February 20, 2020, meeting, the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners (TBCE) voted to propose the following changes to the Board's rules in the Texas Administrative Code for publication in the Texas Register. Hyperlinks will take you to the full rule. Text below is proposed new language. Repeal & Replace 22 TAC §72.2 (License Application) – current rule 72.2 The Board will propose a new §72.2 as follows: (a) An individual wishing to practice chiropractic, and who is not otherwise licensed under law, must successfully pass an examination. (b) An individual seeking a license shall submit an application to the Board. (c) An individual shall verify by affidavit the information contained in the application. (d) An individual shall submit the required fee with the application. (e) An individual shall submit an application in the format currently prescribed by the Board on the Board's website. (f) Within 30 days of receiving an individual's complete application, supporting materials, and fee, the Board shall notify the individual of the individual's qualification to take the jurisprudence examination. (g) Submitting an application and fee to the Board does not obligate the Board to license an individual until the Board approves the individual as meeting all requirements for a license. (h) The Board may deny any individual who provides false information on a license application. (i) The Board may revoke or suspend the license of any individual who provides false information on a license application if the false information is discovered after the individual was granted a Texas license. (j) The Board may deny an individual's application for any violation of Texas Occupations Code §201.502. (k) If allowed by law, the Board shall waive the license application and examination fees for an individual who is a military member or veteran whose military service, training, or education substantially meets the requirements for a license. 22 TAC §72.3 (Qualifications) – current rule 72.3 The Board will propose a new §72.3 as follows: (a) An individual applying for a chiropractic license shall comply with all application and license requirements in Texas Occupations Code Chapter 201. (b) An individual, who was admitted to study chiropractic with academic credit from United States institutions, shall submit proof of earning at least 90 credit hours from a nationally accredited institution whose hours are transferrable to the University of Texas at Austin, not including courses in a doctor of chiropractic degree program. (c) An individual applying for a licenses must present proof of graduation from a chiropractic college accredited by an educational accrediting body that is a member of the Councils on Chiropractic Education International. (d) A chiropractic college shall inform each student when admitted the possible limitations of practice location and licensing. (e) A chiropractic college shall document in each student's file how the student was judged qualified for admission. 22 TAC §72.5 (Exam Information) -- current rule 72.5 The Board will propose a new §72.6 as follows: (a) A "chiropractic school" means a school accredited by an educational accrediting body that is a member of the Councils on Chiropractic Education International. (b) The Board may annually review and approve chiropractic schools whose graduates are eligible for examination. 22 TAC §72.6 (Approved Schools and Colleges) – current rule 72.6 The Board will propose a new §72.6 as follows: (a) An individual applying for a license shall take Parts I, II, III, IV and Physiotherapy of the National Board Examination with a passing score of 375 for each part. (b) An individual shall request the National Board send directly to the Board a true copy of the results of each part of the National Board examination. 22 TAC §72.7 (Exam Information) -- current rule 72.7 The Board will propose a new §72.7 as follows: (a) An individual applying for a license shall take the Board's jurisprudence examination with a passing score of 75%. (b) An individual may not take the jurisprudence examination unless the individual complies with the licensing requirements in Texas Occupations Code Chapter 201 and Board rules. (c) The jurisprudence examination shall test an individual on the law and Board rules governing the practice of chiropractic. (d) All jurisprudence examinations shall be conducted in English. (e) An individual may not take the jurisprudence examination unless the individual has first completed all required parts of the National Board Examination. (f) Jurisprudence examination results are Board property. (g) The Board or its agent shall retain all jurisprudence examination results for one year after final grading. (h) An individual may request in writing an analysis of the individual's results. (i) The Board's determination of examination matters, including grades, is final. (j) The Board shall permit an individual who fails the jurisprudence examination to take subsequent examinations if the individual applies for reexamination and pays the required fee. (k) An individual may take the jurisprudence examination as many times as required. 22 TAC §72.9 (Reexaminations) – current rule 72.9 Portions of this rule will be incorporated into a new §72.7 above. 22 TAC §72.11 (Temporary Faculty License) - current rule 72.11. The Board will propose a new §72.11 as follows: (a) An individual seeking a temporary faculty license shall submit an application and fee to the Board before beginning work at the sponsoring chiropractic school. (b) The dean or president of the individual's sponsoring school shall submit the application for a temporary faculty license on behalf of the individual. (c) An individual applying for a temporary faculty license shall comply with the requirements of Texas Occupations Code §201.308. (d) An individual holding a temporary faculty license may either apply for a renewal of the license or apply for a permanent license. (e) An individual applying for renewal of a temporary license or for a permanent license may continue to practice under an expired temporary faculty license while the Board evaluates the application and while waiting for examination results. 22 TAC §72.16 (Inactive Status) - current rule 72.16. The Board will propose a new §72.16 as follows: (a) On or before a licensee's renewal date, a licensee not currently practicing chiropractic may renew the license and request it be placed on inactive status. (b) To continue on inactive status and maintain a valid license, an inactive licensee shall renew the license and make a new request for inactive status each renewal period. (c) An inactive licensee is not required to complete continuing education. (d) To place a license on inactive status at a time other than license renewal, a licensee shall: (1) return the current renewal certificate to the Board; and (2) submit a sworn statement stating the licensee may not practice chiropractic in Texas while the license is inactive, and the date the license is to be inactive. (e) To reactivate a license which has been inactive for less than 6 years, a licensee shall: (1) apply to the Board for active status; (2) submit verification of completing continuing education courses for the hours that would have been required for renewal of a license; and (3) pay the fee. (f) Continuing education earned in the calendar year before a licensee applies for reactivation may be applied to the continuing education requirement. (g) A licensee who has been inactive 6 years or more may be reactivated only after passing the National Board of Examination's Part IV and the Board's jurisprudence examination. (h) The Board may exempt a licensee who has been inactive more than 6 years from subsection (g) of this section if the licensee held an active unrestricted license in good standing in another state or foreign jurisdiction. (i) A licensee may not maintain an inactive license for more than twenty years. (j) A licensee practicing chiropractic in Texas while inactive is practicing without a license and is subject to disciplinary action. 22 TAC §72.17 (Fee Exemption for Charity Care) - current rule 72.17 The Board will propose a new §72.17, to be titled "Retired Chiropractor," as follows: (a) A licensee in good standing may apply for retired status. (b) A retired chiropractor may continue to practice by providing chiropractic services only to indigents, medically underserved areas, or disaster relief organizations for no compensation. (c) A licensee applying for retired status shall submit to the Board a sworn statement that the licensee's practice: (1) does not include services for any compensation; (2) does not provide services to the licensee's family; and (3) complies with Texas Occupations Code Chapter 201 and Board rules. (d) A retired licensee shall be exempt from the active license fee. (e) A retired licensee section shall comply with all continuing education requirements of a licensee with an active license. (f) A retired licensee shall comply with the requirements for an active license before returning to active status. (g) A retired licensee shall use the term "DC - retired" or similar language to make clear to the public that the retired licensee does not hold an active license. (h) A retired licensee who violates this section is subject to disciplinary action. 22 TAC §72.20 (Requirements for Out-Of-State Applicants) - current rule 72.20. The Board will propose a new §72.20 as follows: (a) An individual licensed in another jurisdiction may apply for a Texas license if: (1) the individual's license is currently in good standing in the other jurisdiction; (2) the other jurisdiction's licensing requirements are substantially similar to Texas Occupations Code Chapter 201; (3) the individual passed the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners examination parts I, II, III, IV, and physiotherapy or the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners SPEC examination with a grade of 375 or better; and (4) the individual practiced as a chiropractor or as an educator at a Council on Chiropractic Education accredited school for three years before applying for a Texas license. (b) An individual currently licensed in another jurisdiction may not apply for a Texas license if the individual is under investigation in any jurisdiction where licensed. (c) An individual currently licensed in another jurisdiction seeking a Texas license shall submit an application containing the required information in subsection (a) of this section and the required fee. (d) An individual must pass the Texas jurisprudence examination with a grade of 75% or better. 22 TAC §72.21 (Requirements for Military Spouses) - current rule 72.21. The Board will propose a new §72.21 as follows: (a) This section applies to an individual who is the spouse of an active duty member of the United States armed forces. (b) The Board shall issue a license to a military spouse who: (1) holds a current license issued by another jurisdiction with requirements substantially equivalent to Texas Occupations Code Chapter 201; or (2) held a license in Texas that expired while the individual lived in another jurisdiction for at least six months within the five years preceding the application date. (c) The Board shall allow a military spouse to show eligibility by other means to meet the licensing requirements, including: (1) graduation from an accredited chiropractic school; (2) continuing education courses; (3) examination results (including the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners parts I - IV and physiotherapy, or the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners SPEC examination); (4) letters of professional recommendation; or (5) documented work experience. (d) A military spouse seeking a license shall submit to the Board the following: (1) an application for a license; (2) proof of residency in Texas; and (3) a copy of the active duty member's military identification card. (e) A military spouse under subsection (b)(1) of this section shall be exempt from application and exam fees. (f) A military spouse under subsection (b)(2) of this section shall pay application and exam fees. (g) A military spouse seeking a license under this section shall undergo a criminal history background check. (h) The Board shall determine whether the military's spouse's license in another jurisdiction is active and in good standing. (i) The Board shall determine whether the licensing requirements in the other jurisdiction are substantially equivalent. 22 TAC §72.22 (Requirements for Military Members and Veterans) - current rule 72.22. The Board will propose a new §72.22 as follows: (a) This section applies to an individual who is an active duty member of the United States armed forces or a veteran. (b) The Board shall exempt an individual from any fee or penalty for failing to timely renew a license if the failure was due to the individual's service on active military duty. (c) The Board may issue a license to a military member or veteran who: (1) holds a current license issued by another state with requirements substantially similar to Texas Occupations Code Chapter 201; or (2) held a license in Texas that expired while the individual lived in another state for at least six months within the five years preceding the application date. (d) The Board may allow a military member or veteran to show competency by other means to meet the licensing requirements, including: (1) education; (2) continuing education courses; (3) examination results (including the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners parts I - IV and physiotherapy, or the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners SPEC examination); (4) letters of good standing or recommendation; (5) work experience; or (6) other methods approved by the executive director. (e) A military member or veteran seeking a license shall submit an application with proof of the requirements under this section. (f) A military member or veteran under subsection (c)(1) of this section shall be exempt from application and exam fees. (g) A military member or veteran under subsection (c)(2) of this section shall pay application and exam fees. (h) A military member or veteran seeking a license under this section shall undergo a criminal history background check. 22 TAC §73.1 (Continuing Education) - current rule 73.1. The Board will propose a new §73.1 as follows: (a) "Live format" means any education course that is not pre-recorded and is presented in real time through an interactive medium such as a live webinar, an in-person training event, or telephone conference. (b) "Online course" means any pre-recorded or live format education course that is delivered through the internet. (c) A licensee may only take up to 10 hours of online courses that are not live format each year. (d) A licensee shall complete 16 hours of continuing education each year unless a licensee is exempt under subsection (q) of this section. (e) A licensee's reporting year shall begin on the first day of the month in which the licensee's birthday occurs. (f) A licensee shall complete the 16 hours of continuing education through any Board-approved course or seminar elected by the licensee. (g) A licensee shall attend any course designated as a "Board Required Course" in a live format. (h) As part of the 16 annual required hours of continuing education, a licensee shall complete a minimum of 4 hours of Board-required courses, which include 3 hours relating to the Board's rules, code of ethics, and documenting. (i) A licensee shall complete a minimum of 1 hour of the 16 annual required hours on chiropractic practice risk management. (j) A licensee who was first licensed on or after September 1, 2012, shall complete at least 8 hours of continuing education in coding and documentation for Medicare claims no later than the licensee's second renewal period. (k) A licensee may count the 8 hours in coding and documentation for Medicare claims as part of the 16 continuing education hours required during the year in which the 8 hours were completed. (l) If a licensee is unable to take an online course, the licensee shall submit a request to the Board for special accommodations. (m) At the Board's request, a licensee shall submit written verification from each continuing education course sponsor of the licensee's completion of each course used to fulfill the required hours for all years requested. (n) The Board shall consider the failure to submit verification under subsection (m) of this section as failing to meet continuing education requirements. (o) The following are exempt from the requirements of this section: (1) a licensee who holds an inactive license; (2) a licensee who is a military member, veteran, or military spouse during part of the 12 months immediately preceding the annual license renewal date; (3) a licensee who submits satisfactory proof that the licensee suffered an illness or disability which prevented the licensee from complying with this section during the 12 months immediately preceding the annual license renewal date; or (4) a licensee who is in their first renewal period. (p) A licensee who is a member of the military is entitled to two years of additional time to complete any continuing education requirements and any other requirement related to license renewal. (q) A licensee who also holds a Board-issued permit to perform specialized techniques or procedures shall complete any continuing education required by the Board to obtain and maintain the permit. (r) The Board shall make available a list of approved courses on the Board's website. 22 TAC §73.2 (Failure to Meet Continuing Education Requirements) - current rule 73.2. The Board will propose a new §73.2 in a separate rulemaking. (a) A licensee failing to meet minimum continuing education requirements shall have the licensee's license placed in a Continuing Education Conditional (CEC) status for 12 months. (b) A licensee under CEC status may continue to practice if the licensee completes the required continuing education within the 12 month CEC period. (c) The Board shall reinstate a license in CEC status when the licensee submits written verification of completing the required continuing education. (d) If a licensee fails to reinstate a license during any CEC status period, the Board shall deem the license expired from the beginning date of the CEC status year. (e) A licensee whose license expires under subsection (d) of this section shall obtain a new license in order to practice. (f) A licensee may not use continuing education courses taken to satisfy a deficiency in a prior reporting year for a subsequent reporting year. (g) A licensee may not have a license on CEC status for two consecutive years. (h) If a licensee on CEC status for the prior reporting year is non-compliant with the current year, the Board shall deem the license expired. (i) A licensee under subsection (g) of this section may not practice chiropractic until the license is renewed or a new license is issued. (j) A licensee under subsection (g) of this section may renew the license after completing all required courses. 22 TAC §73.3 (Approval for Continuing Education Courses) - current rule 73.3. The Board will propose a new §73.3 as follows: (a) The Board may only approve continuing education courses sponsored by a chiropractic college accredited by the Council on Chiropractic Education or a statewide, national, or international professional association. (b) A continuing education course sponsor shall submit a separate application for each course at least 60 days in advance. (c) For each course application, a sponsor shall submit: (1) course title, subject, and description; (2) number of requested credit hours; (3) course date, time, and location; (4) method of instruction; (5) course coordinator's name, address, and telephone number; (6) signature of the sponsor's representative; (7) a detailed hour-by-hour syllabus describing the material taught in each hour block; (8) names of all instructors for each block of instruction; (9) all instructors' curriculum vitae; (10) proposed advertising showing the course title and content; and (11) application fee. (d) A sponsor shall certify the course complies with all Board requirements. (e) The Board shall notify a sponsor in writing whether a course has been approved. (f) A sponsor shall hold a Board-approved live course only on the date submitted on the application. (g) A sponsor may offer a Board-approved online course for up to one calendar year after approval. (h) If a continuing education program consists of separate sessions on different topics and on different dates, each session is a separate course. (i) If the same course is held in multiple cities with different speakers, each location is a separate course. (j) To be approved, each course must: (1) be presented by instructors with knowledge, training, and expertise in the topic; (2) have content designed to maintain professional competency; (3) relate to the scope of practice under Texas Occupations Code §201.002 and Board rules; and (4) be on one or more of the following: (A) general or spinal anatomy; (B) neuro-muscular-skeletal diagnosis; (C) radiology or radiographic interpretation; (D) pathology; (E) public health; (F) chiropractic adjusting techniques; (G) chiropractic philosophy; (H) risk management; (I) physiology; (J) microbiology; (K) hygiene and sanitation; (L) biochemistry; (M) neurology; (N) orthopedics; (O) jurisprudence; (P) nutrition; (Q) adjunctive or supportive therapy; (R) sexual boundary issues; (S) insurance reporting procedures; (T) chiropractic research; (U) communicable disease; (V) acupuncture; (W) ethics; (X) recordkeeping, documentation, and coding; or (Y) other Board-identified public health issues. (k) The Board may not approve or accept credit for any course on practice management. (l) A sponsor of an approved course shall notify the Board in writing before any change in course location, date, or cancellation. (m) A sponsor shall submit a roster of course participants that contains each participant's name and Board license number, course number, and number of hours earned by each participant not later than 30 days after the course. (n) A sponsor shall provide each participant an attendance certificate with the sponsor's name, the participant's name, the course number, title, date, and location, the amount and type of credit earned, and signature of the sponsor's representative. (o) A sponsor may not give a course participant credit for attendance if the participant is absent more than 10 minutes during any one hour period. 22 TAC §81.2 (Enforcement Actions) - current rule 81.2. The Board will propose a new §81.2 as follows: (a) The Board shall file a docket request with the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) for any enforcement or other case requiring a formal hearing. (b) All hearings shall be conducted in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act (Texas Government Code Chapter 2001) and SOAH's rules of procedures (1 Texas Administrative Code Chapter 155). (c) In an enforcement case where the Board has the burden of proof, the Board is the petitioner and the licensee or other person against whom a complaint has been filed is the respondent. (d) In a case where the Board does not have the burden of proof, the licensee or other person is the petitioner and the Board is the respondent. (e) The Board shall provide notice to a respondent not less than 10 days before the hearing. (f) The notice shall contain a citation to 1 Texas Administrative Code Chapter 155 and include: (1) a statement of the time, place, and nature of the hearing; (2) a statement of the legal authority and jurisdiction under which the hearing is being held; (3) a reference to the specific sections of Texas Occupations Code Chapter 201, Board rules (22 Texas Administrative Code Chapters 71 - 82), or other law or rules which the respondent is alleged to have violated; and (4) a statement of the alleged acts relied on by the Board as a violation of the law and rules. (g) The Board shall serve the notice of hearing and formal complaint on the respondent at the respondent's last known address on file with the Board. (h) The Board shall serve the notice of hearing and formal complaint by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested, and by regular mail. (i) A respondent may agree in writing to accept service by email or other electronic means. (j) SOAH acquires jurisdiction over an enforcement case when the Board files a docket request. 22 TAC §81.4 (Administrative Hearings) The Board proposes repealing current rule 81.4 (Administrative Hearings). The purpose of this action is to remove superfluous rules and make the Board's rules easier to read and navigate. 22 TAC §81.5 (Appearance) - current rule 81.5. The Board will propose a new §81.5 as follows: (a) A respondent shall enter an appearance by filing a written answer or other pleading with the State Office of Administrative Hearings, with a copy to the Board, within 20 days of the date on which the notice of hearing and formal complaint was served. (b) A respondent's failure to timely enter an appearance shall entitle the Board to a continuance at the hearing. (c) The notice of hearing must contain the following in capital letters in 10-point boldface type: FAILURE TO ENTER AN APPEARANCE BY FILING A WRITTEN ANSWER OR OTHER RESPONSIVE PLEADING TO THE NOTICE OF HEARING AND FORMAL COMPLAINT WITHIN 20 DAYS OF THE DATE THIS NOTICE WAS MAILED SHALL ENTITLE THE BOARD TO A CONTINUANCE AT THE TIME OF THE HEARING. 22 TAC §81.6 (Default Judgment) - current rule 81.6. The Board will propose a new §81.6 as follows: (a) If a respondent fails to appear on the day and time set for the hearing, regardless of whether an appearance has been entered, the Administrative Law Judge, on the Board's motion and adequate proof of proper notice having been served on the respondent, shall enter a default judgment against the respondent. (b) A default judgment will be entered based on the factual allegations in the notice of hearing and upon proof of proper notice to the respondent. (c) In order for a default judgment to be entered, the notice of hearing shall include the following in capital letters in 12-point boldface type: FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE HEARING IN PERSON OR BY LEGAL REPRESENTATIVE, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER AN APPEARANCE HAS BEEN ENTERED, WILL RESULT IN THE FACTUAL ALLEGATIONS CONTAINED IN THE NOTICE OF HEARING BEING ADMITTED AS TRUE AND THE PROPOSED RELIEF REQUESTED BY THE BOARD SHALL BE GRANTED BY DEFAULT. 22 TAC §81.7 (Depositions, Subpoenas, and Witness Expenses) - current rule 81.7. The Board will propose a new §81.7as follows. (a) On the written request of any party, the executive director may issue a commission for a deposition or a subpoena to require the attendance of witnesses or the production of tangible items in a contested case. (b) If the commission or subpoena is for a witness to attend a deposition or a hearing, the written request shall contain the name and address of the witness and the date and location where the witness must appear. (c) If the subpoena is for the production of tangible items, the written request shall contain a description of the items, the name and address of the person who has custody of the items, and the date and location where they must be produced. (d) Each subpoena request shall contain a statement why it should be issued. (e) The executive director shall issue a subpoena if there is good cause. (f) The executive director, with the Enforcement Committee's approval, may issue a commission or subpoena before filing a formal complaint if it is necessary to preserve evidence and testimony or to investigate any potential violations of the law or Board rules. (g) A witness who is not a party and who is subpoenaed to appear at a deposition or hearing is entitled to reimbursement for expenses in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.103, or the State of Texas Travel Allowance Guide, whichever is greater. (h) A party requesting a commission or subpoena shall deposit funds with the Boards sufficient to cover the anticipated expenses for complying with the subpoena. (i) The executive director may not issue a party's subpoena or commission until sufficient funds are deposited. (j) A witness shall be reimbursed if the witness submits valid receipts. (k) The Board shall return all unused funds to the party who deposited them. 22 TAC §81.8 (Hearing Exhibits and Record) - current rule 81.8. The Board will propose a new §81.8 as follows: (a) Every hearing shall be recorded by a court reporter unless the parties agree otherwise and not required by the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) rules. (b) The party requesting a transcript shall pay the cost of the transcript. (c) A party who appeals a final Board decision shall pay the preparation costs of the original and any certified copy of the record required to be transmitted to the reviewing court. (d) The record shall include: (1) all pleadings filed with the Board or the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ); (2) all exhibits admitted by the ALJ; (3) a statement of the matters officially noticed; (4) questions and offers of proof, objections, and rulings; (5) the ALJ's Proposal for Decision; (6) all written rulings or orders by the ALJ; (7) all correspondence filed with the ALJ; (8) the transcribed statement of facts; and (9) the Board's final order. (e) In determining the cost of preparing the record, the Board shall use the same procedure as the Board would in responding to an open records request under the Public Information Act. 22 TAC §81.9 (Proposal for Decision) - current rule 81.9. The Board will propose a new §81.9 as follows: (a) After the conclusion of the hearing, the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) shall prepare and serve on the parties a proposal for decision (PFD) that includes the ALJ's findings of fact and conclusions of law. (b) In the PFD, the ALJ may recommend an appropriate disciplinary sanction, either that sought by the Board or another sanction, in accordance with Board rules if the ALJ found a violation of statutes or rules under the Board's jurisdiction. (c) Any party adversely affected by the PFD may file exceptions and a supporting brief to the ALJ within 15 days after the PFD's date of service. (d) The other party may file a response to exceptions within 15 days of the filing of exceptions. (e) All parties shall also serve exceptions and response on the opposing party. 22 TAC §81.10 (Board Order) - current rule 81.10. The Board will propose a new §81.10as follows: (a) Proposals for decision (PFD), final Board orders, and motions for rehearing are governed by Texas Government Code Chapter 2001. (b) The Board shall render the final decision in all cases. (c) The Board's final order shall be written. (d) A party may submit to the Board a proposed final order based on the Administrative Law Judge's (ALJ) PFD. (e) The Board shall determine the form and content of any final order. (f) The Board may act on the PFD after the 10th business day after the filing of replies to exceptions to the PFD. (g) The Board may change recommended findings of fact or conclusions of law in a PFD or vacate or modify an order issued by an ALJ if the Board finds: (1) the ALJ did not properly apply or interpret applicable law or rules, board policies, or prior administrative decisions; (2) a prior administrative decision by the Board on which the ALJ relied is incorrect or should be changed; or (3) a technical error in a finding of fact should be changed. (h) If the Board modifies, amends, or changes a recommended finding of fact, or conclusion of law, or order of the ALJ, the Board's final order shall state the legal basis and the specific reasons for the change. (i) A copy of the final order shall be mailed to all parties, unless service by electronic means has been agreed to. (j) The Board's order is final and appealable if: (1) a motion for rehearing is timely filed with the Board and the motion is either overruled by the Board or by operation of law; or (2) the Board states in the order an imminent threat to the public requires the order to have immediate effect. (k) A party may appeal a final Board order to a Travis County district court. The text of these proposed rule actions by the Board have been published in the Texas Register. You can access the Texas Register at: https://www.sos.state.tx.us/texreg/index.shtml Comments on the proposed rules or a request for a public hearing may be submitted to the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners, 333 Guadalupe, Suite 3-825, Austin, Texas 78701, via email: rules@tbce.state.tx.us; or fax: 512-305-6705, no later than 30 days from the date the proposed rule is published in the Texas Register. Please include the rule name and number in the subject line of any comments submitted by email. Source: Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners March 4, 2020 email, Texas Register March 6 and March 13 issues.