SECTION 711.1414. How will the Notice of Finding be provided to an employee and who is responsible for ensuring that HHSC has a valid mailing address for an employee?

(a) The "Notice of Finding" will be mailed to the employee's last known address by first class mail and by certified mail, return receipt requested.

(b) If HHSC knows the employee's last known address is incorrect, or if the employee fails to provide an address, HHSC may hand-deliver the Notice of Finding to the employee. The affidavit of the person delivering the notice is proof of such notice.

(c) It is the responsibility of the employee to provide HHSC with a valid address where notice can be mailed or, if no address is available, with valid contact information, including telephone numbers. It is also the responsibility of the employee to immediately notify HHSC of any change of address or contact information throughout the investigation and any period of time during which a dispute of the finding is pending.

Source Note: The provisions of this §711.1414 adopted to be effective July 5, 2020, 45 TexReg 4525