(a) Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to provide a system
of procedures for practice before the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners
that will promote just and efficient disposition of proceedings and public
participation in the decision-making process. The provisions of this chapter
shall be given a fair and impartial construction to obtain these objectives.
(b) Scope.
(1) This chapter shall govern the initiation, conduct, and
determination of proceedings required or permitted by law, including proceedings
referred to SOAH.
(2) This chapter shall not be construed so as to enlarge, diminish,
modify, or otherwise alter the jurisdiction, powers or authority of the board,
board staff, or the substantive rights of any person.
(3) This chapter shall control the practice and procedure of
all board proceedings to include SOAH proceedings unless preempted by SOAH
rules or the APA.
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