Texas Statutes
Subchapter D. Powers and Duties
Section 51.2032. Rules Regarding Podiatry; Provision of Information

Sec. 51.2032. RULES REGARDING PODIATRY; PROVISION OF INFORMATION. (a) In this section, "advisory board" means the Podiatric Medical Examiners Advisory Board.
(b) The commission may not adopt a new rule relating to the scope of practice of, a health-related standard of care for, or the ethical practice of the profession of podiatry unless the rule has been proposed by the advisory board. The commission shall adopt rules prescribing the procedure by which the advisory board may propose rules described by this subsection.
(c) For each rule proposed under Subsection (b), the commission shall either adopt the rule as proposed or return the rule to the advisory board for revision. The commission retains authority for final adoption of all rules and is responsible for ensuring compliance with all laws regarding the rulemaking process.
(d) The commission shall adopt rules clearly specifying the manner in which the department and commission will solicit input from, and on request provide information to, the advisory board regarding:
(1) continuing education requirements; and
(2) the general investigative, enforcement, or disciplinary procedures of the department or commission.
Added by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 282 (H.B. 3078), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2017.

Structure Texas Statutes