Loan funds may be used to fund or reimburse an applicant's initial expenses, including start-up and operating costs. Eligible costs of the applicant may include:
  (1) creation expenses, including election costs;
  (2) salaries and payroll taxes;
  (3) utilities;
  (4) travel;
  (5) insurance;
  (6) building and office leases;
  (7) office supplies and furniture;
  (8) telephone and computer equipment; and
  (9) legal and professional fees.

Source Note: The provisions of this §363.805 adopted to be effective April 28, 1999, 24 TexReg 3207