PART 1. TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE
CHAPTER 34. STATE FIRE MARSHAL
SUBCHAPTER C. STANDARDS AND FEES FOR STATE FIRE MARSHAL INSPECTIONS
DIVISION 3. INSPECTION FEES
The commissioner of insurance adopts amended 28 TAC §34.340, concerning payment of inspection fees. The amendment is adopted without changes to the proposed text published October 25, 2024, issue of the Texas Register (49 TexReg 8543) and will not be republished.
REASONED JUSTIFICATION. The amendment adds the option of using online payment for inspection fees. This change will make the payment process easier and more efficient for both staff and customers. In 2025, the State Fire Marshal's Office will implement new technology to support electronic payments, making transactions simpler and more convenient.
SUMMARY OF COMMENTS. The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) provided an opportunity for public comment on the rule proposal for a period that ended on November 25, 2024. TDI did not receive any comments on the proposed amendment.
STATUTORY AUTHORITY. The commissioner adopts the amendment to §34.340 under Government Code §417.005 and §417.008(f), and Insurance Code §36.001.
Government Code §417.005 states that the commissioner, after consulting with the state fire marshal, may adopt rules necessary to guide the state fire marshal in the performance of duties.
Government Code §417.008(f) provides that the commissioner, by rule, must prescribe a reasonable fee for an inspection performed by the state fire marshal.
Insurance Code §36.001 provides that the commissioner may adopt any rules necessary and appropriate to implement the powers and duties of TDI under the Insurance Code and other laws of this state.
The agency certifies that legal counsel has reviewed the adoption and found it to be a valid exercise of the agency's legal authority.
Filed with the Office of the Secretary of State on January 23, 2025.
TRD-202500206
Jessica Barta
General Counsel
Texas Department of Insurance
Effective date: February 12, 2025
Proposal publication date: October 25, 2024
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