(a) A facility must submit an application for a change of director through the online portal within 30 days before or after the change. The new director must submit qualifying documentation for approval to the HHSC Regulatory Services Regional Office within 30 days before or after the change, as specified in §559.59 of this chapter (relating to Staff Qualifications).
(b) A new facility activities director must submit qualifying documentation for approval within 30 days before or after the change, as specified in §559.59 of this chapter.
(c) If the facility does not have a director or activities director within 30 days after a vacancy, the facility must submit a letter to the HHSC Regulatory Services Regional Office requesting an extension. The HHSC Regulatory Services Regional Office notifies the facility in writing of the length of any extension.

Source Note: The provisions of this §559.29 adopted to be effective July 10, 2024, 49 TexReg 4909