1. (a) To support a finding of a violation under this chapter, the adverse action must cause a result that a reasonable person would regard as an objective and demonstrated harm to the complainant.
2. (b) If an adverse action was taken, the Agency will consider the reason(s) provided by an employer when determining whether the adverse action was taken due to a refusal to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in violation of Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 81D.

Source Note:The provisions of this §844.29 adopted to be effective December 30, 2024, 49 TexReg 10664.