1. (1) Initial Orders.

   1. (a) Unless a later date is stated in the order, or a stay is granted, the initial order shall become effective upon entry.

   2. (b) An initial order shall become a final order in accordance with T.C.A. § 4-5-314(b):

      1. 1. When after entry of the initial order, 10 days have passed and no party has filed a petition to appeal and the agency has not given written notice of its intention to review; or
      2. 2. When, after petition to appeal has been filed, the agency exercises its discretionary right not to review.
2. (2) Final Orders. Final orders shall become effective upon entry.

Authority: T.C.A. §§4-5-219, 4-5-318, and 8-34-313. Administrative History: Original rule filed August 11, 1988; effective September 25, 1988.