(a) A decision or order that may become final under § 2001.144 in a contested case should be signed not later than the 60th day after the date on which the hearing is finally closed.
(b) In a contested case heard by other than a majority of the officials of a state agency, the agency or the person who conducts the contested case hearing may extend the period in which the decision or order may be signed.

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Terms Used In Texas Government Code 2001.143

  • Person: includes corporation, organization, government or governmental subdivision or agency, business trust, estate, trust, partnership, association, and any other legal entity. See Texas Government Code 311.005
  • Signed: includes any symbol executed or adopted by a person with present intention to authenticate a writing. See Texas Government Code 311.005

(c) Any extension shall be announced at the conclusion of the hearing.