Yes. Both the employee and DFPS may request that the administrative law judge reschedule the hearing for good cause. Except in cases of emergency, the request to reschedule the hearing must be made no later than three business days prior to the hearing date. The administrative law judge must grant the request if good cause is shown.

Source Note: The provisions of this §705.1521 adopted to be effective February 1, 2021, 46 TexReg 317