If, after investigation of a possible violation and the facts surrounding the possible violation, the department determines that a violation occurred, the department shall issue to the respondent a notice of alleged violation stating:

1. (1) a brief summary of the alleged violation;
2. (2) the amount of the recommended administrative penalty; and
3. (3) that the respondent has the right to a hearing to contest the alleged violation, the amount of the penalty, or both.

Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.

Amended by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 836, Sec. 29, eff. June 14, 2001.