You must renew a lapsed operator qualification by one of the two methods specified in paragraphs (1) and (2) of this section.
  (1) For a lapse of less than 3 years, you must complete a standard annual refresher course described in §113.2216 of this title (relating to How do I maintain my operator qualification?).
  (2) For a lapse of 3 years or more, you must repeat the initial qualification requirements in §113.2215(a) of this title (relating to How do I obtain my operator qualification?).

Source Note: The provisions of this §113.2217 adopted to be effective May 14, 2009, 34 TexReg 2771