1. (a) The Board's policy is to encourage the resolution of certification matters through voluntary settlement processes. Any matter within the Board's jurisdiction may be resolved informally by agreed order after the respondent has provided a response in accordance with §349.330.
2. (b) Communication during the settlement process may be conducted in any manner, including in-person, electronic, telephonic, video, or written communication.
3. (c) Participation by the respondent and TJJD in any settlement process is voluntary and may be terminated by either party without prejudicing the right to proceed with a contested case.
4. (d) An agreed order may contain such terms as the executive director deems reasonable and necessary.
5. (e) An agreed order may be made at any time, even after formal proceedings have been initiated.
6. (f) An agreed order is not final until the Board approves it in a Board meeting in compliance with Texas Open Meeting laws.
7. (g) If the respondent fails to comply with the terms of an agreed order, formal disciplinary proceedings may be initiated or resumed.

Source Note:The provisions of this §349.350 adopted to be effective September 1, 2025, 50 TexReg 2616.