The following words and terms, when used in this subchapter, have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

1. (1) Administrative Review--A desk review performed by an HHS system attorney of a hearing decision related to benefits provided under the public assistance programs of Chapters 32 and 33, Human Resources Code.
2. (2) Appellant--An applicant or client who requests a hearing or requests an administrative review of the hearing decision either personally or through a representative.
3. (3) Commission--The Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
4. (4) Date of Notice--The date on the written notice that informs the client of the agency action or decision.
5. (5) Day--A calendar day, unless otherwise specified.

6. (6) Health and Human Services (HHS) System Agencies--The following five state agencies that are responsible for health and human services functions:

   1. (A) Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC);
   2. (B) Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS);
   3. (C) Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services (DARS);
   4. (D) Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS); and
   5. (E) Department of State Health Services (DSHS).
7. (7) Hearings Administrator--The administrator for fair and fraud hearings in the HHSC Appeals Division.
8. (8) Representative--Any person who assists the appellant in presenting the appellant's case. A legal counsel, relative, friend, or other spokesperson designated by the appellant may serve as a representative.

Source Note:The provisions of this §357.702 adopted to be effective September 1, 2007, 32 TexReg 5353.