(a) After each case, the hearing officer shall promptly report to the parties in writing the officer’s decision, findings of fact, and the reasons for those findings.
(b) The hearing officer’s decision is final on the 31st day after the date on which the decision is reported, unless an appeal is filed within that period.

Terms Used In Texas Health and Safety Code 594.016

  • Appeal: A request made after a trial, asking another court (usually the court of appeals) to decide whether the trial was conducted properly. To make such a request is "to appeal" or "to take an appeal." One who appeals is called the appellant.
  • in writing: includes any representation of words, letters, or figures, whether by writing, printing, or other means. See Texas Government Code 312.011

(c) The filing of an appeal suspends the decision of the hearing officer, and a party may not take action on the decision.
(d) If an appeal is not filed from a final order granting a request for a transfer or discharge, the director shall proceed with the transfer or discharge.
(e) If an appeal is not filed from a final order denying a request for a transfer or discharge, the client shall remain in the same program or facility at which the client is receiving services.

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