(a) Pursuant to §1956.035 of the Act, a metal recycling entity, and any individuals acting on behalf of the entity, shall cooperate fully with any investigation or inspection conducted by a peace officer, a representative of the department, or a representative of a county, municipality, or political subdivision that issues a license or permit under §1956.003(b) of the Act.
(b) Pursuant to §1956.035 of the Act, a metal recycling entity shall permit access during normal business hours to a person authorized to inspect.
(c) A metal recycling entity must not purchase, sell, or possess an explosive device, as defined by §1956.001(6-a) of the Act.
(d) If convicted of a disqualifying offense pursuant to §36.55 of this title (relating to Disqualifying Offenses), an applicant or registrant shall notify the department within seventy-two (72) hours of the conviction. Notification shall be made in a manner prescribed by the department.
(e) Any violation of subsection (a) - (d) of this section by a business owner, or on-site representative will be construed as a violation by the registrant.

Source Note: The provisions of this §36.36 adopted to be effective January 10, 2016, 41 TexReg 497; amended to be effective November 2, 2017, 42 TexReg 6032; amended to be effective May 14, 2020, 45 TexReg 3143