Current with legislation from the 2023 Regular and Special Sessions signed by the Governor as of November 21, 2023.
Section 51.211 - Risk-Based Inspections(a) The department shall conduct risk-based inspections that prioritize inspections based on key risk factors identified by the department, including: (1) whether a license holder has previously violated a law establishing a regulatory program administered by the department or a rule or order of the commission or executive director; and(2) the number of violations committed by a license holder.(b) The department may use alternative inspection methods, including the use of videoconference technology or other methods instead of conducting an in-person inspection, in circumstances the department considers appropriate.Added by Acts 2021, Texas Acts of the 87th Leg. - Regular Session, ch. 663,Sec. 1.05, eff. 9/1/2021.