Texas Administrative Code (Last Updated: March 27,2024) |
TITLE 40. SOCIAL SERVICES AND ASSISTANCE |
PART 20. TEXAS WORKFORCE COMMISSION |
CHAPTER 850. VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION SERVICES ADMINISTRATIVE RULES AND PROCEDURES |
SUBCHAPTER E. VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION SERVICES APPEALS AND HEARING PROCEDURES |
SECTION 850.68. Substitution of Impartial Hearing Officer
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(a) If for any reason an IHO is unable to continue presiding over a pending hearing, or issue a decision after the conclusion of the hearing, another IHO shall be designated as a substitute to complete the hearing and render a decision in accordance with these rules. Reasons may include, but are not limited to, withdrawal or reassignment to avoid the appearance of impropriety or partiality. (b) The substitute IHO may use the existing record and may conduct further proceedings as necessary and proper to conclude the hearing and render a decision. Source Note: The provisions of this §850.68 adopted to be effective May 13, 2019, 44 TexReg 2364