If the Director finds from the records of TCDRS and from the documents supporting the application that the applicant is entitled to a service retirement benefit, unless a contest has been filed under Section 101.12 of this chapter (relating to Board Consideration and Action), the Director may approve the retirement, calculate the amount of the benefit and place it into effect without further hearing. On the request of the chairman or vice-chairman, any benefit approved by the Director shall be reported to the Board.

Source Note:The provisions of this §101.7 adopted to be effective January 8, 2026, 51 TexReg 156.