The arbitrator shall:
  (1) secure appropriate facilities for the hearing, giving preference to using state facilities;
  (2) protect the interests of DADS and the facility;
  (3) ensure that all relevant evidence has been disclosed to the arbitrator, DADS, and facility; and
  (4) render an order consistent with applicable state and federal law, including the Code and this chapter.

Source Note: The provisions of this §163.159 adopted to be effective February 17, 2016, 41 TexReg 1111