Texas § WA.5.553 - PRELIMINARY DECISION
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § WA.5.553 — PRELIMINARY DECISION, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ WA.5.553. PRELIMINARY DECISION
PRELIMINARY DECISION; NOTICE AND PUBLIC COMMENT. (a) The executive director shall conduct a technical review of and issue a preliminary decision on the application. (b) The applicant shall publish notice of the preliminary decision in a newspaper. (c) The commission by rule shall establish the form and content of the notice, the manner of publication, and the duration of the public comment period. The notice must include: (1) the information required by Sections 5.552 (c)(1)-(5); (2) a summary of the preliminary decision; (3) the location at which a copy of the preliminary decision is available for review and copying as provided by Subsection (e); (4) a description of the manner in which comments regarding the preliminary decision may be submitted; and (5) any other information the commission by rule requires. (d) In addition to providing notice under this section, the applicant shall comply with any applicable public notice requirements under Chapters 26 and 27 of this code, Chapter 361 , Health and Safety Code, and rules adopted under those chapters. (e) The applicant shall make a copy of the preliminary decision available for review and copying at a public place in the county in which the facility is located or proposed to be located. Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 1350, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § WA.5.553
What does The Texas Constitution § WA.5.553 cover?
Section WA.5.553 ("PRELIMINARY DECISION") is part of the The Texas Constitution, the codified statutory law of Texas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Texas § WA.5.553?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § WA.5.553" (Texas). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Texas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Texas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Texas attorney.
How does Texas § WA.5.553 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Texas can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Texas.