(b) The board's records shall be available to the public at all times. Find out how to support TSPE, the Texas Engineering Foundation (TEF) and the Political Action Committee of Engineers (PACE) Learn More. 1, eff. 1, eff. 1001.4525. 1523), Sec. 1001.453. REVIEW OF LICENSE HOLDER'S STATUS. 1001.063. A license or registration holder in inactive status is exempt from the continuing education requirement. Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. Sec. 1523), Sec. 1523), Sec. 24, eff. 1421, Sec. Texas Administrative Code (c) For purposes of Subsection (b)(2), a person who has graduated from an approved engineering school may be considered to have engaged in the practice of engineering for two years. Preprinting of blank forms with an engineer's seal, or the use of decal or other seal replicas is prohibited. 1232 (H.B. Verification Of Licensure And/Or Examinations 5 Professional Engineer Members - 6 Years; 1 Registered Professional Land Surveyor Member - 6 Years; 3 Public Members - 6 Years; 1 General Land Office Member - Unlimited Term. 259 (H.B. (a) The board shall adopt rules that permit the board to receive and investigate a confidential complaint against a person who may have violated this chapter or Chapter 1071. 837 (H.B. 837 (H.B. 1232 (H.B. (2) the application of this chapter to a person in regard to a specified existing or hypothetical factual situation. Fill out forms online, print and then submit with a check to the address on the forms. 1001.101. unless the license is in 1523), Sec. 1.37, eff. 1232 (H.B. 204), Sec. 27, eff. Sec. September 1, 2019. June 1, 2003. Texas Board of. IMPOSITION OF ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY. All physical seals obtained and used by license holders shall be capable of leaving a permanent ink image or permanent impression of the seal attached to the engineering work. Sec. (c) The board may waive the requirement of Subsection (b)(3) for an applicant if the board determines that compliance with that subsection would be a hardship to the applicant. Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. Sec. 402 (S.B. 1232 (H.B. 1, eff. September 1, 2019. This Board administers the Texas Engineering Practice Act & board rules on behalf of the citizens of Texas. Transferred and redesignated from Occupations Code, Section 1001.352 by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. (c) The board shall permit an engineer to receive continuing education credit for educational, technical, ethical, or professional management activities related to the practice of engineering, including: (1) successfully completing or auditing a course sponsored by an institution of higher education; (2) successfully completing a course certified by a professional or trade organization; (3) attending a seminar, tutorial, short course, correspondence course, videotaped course, or televised course; (4) participating in an in-house course sponsored by a corporation or other business entity; (5) teaching a course described by Subdivisions (1)-(4); (6) publishing an article, paper, or book on the practice of engineering; (7) making or attending a presentation at a meeting of a technical or engineering management society or organization or writing a paper presented at such a meeting; (8) participating in the activities of a professional society or association, including serving on a committee of the organization; and. Continuing Education Logsheet May 28, 2011. (1) show the full name of the license holder; (3) be signed by the presiding officer and the secretary of the board under the board's seal. 1.41, eff. (b) An offense under this section is a Class A misdemeanor. 1001.506. September 1, 2019. Re: Whether a licensed professional engineer is authorized to certify a subdivision plat in specific circumstances (RQ-0440-KP) Use This Form To Apply For Inactive Status. electronically online or Sec. Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. The necessary qualifications, time commitment, and duties are included below. Seal. She is a licensed Professional Engineer in Texas and New Mexico. (a) A person, sole proprietorship, firm, partnership, joint stock association, or private corporation is exempt from the licensing requirements of this chapter if: (1) a representation that engineering services have been or will be offered to the public is not made or implied; and. Sept. 1, 2003. 1001.602. 2. 1523), Sec. 1232 (H.B. The form to apply for inactive status is available by contacting the Board or it is available on the website. 1421, Sec. 1523), Sec. Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. Austin Texas 78711 1001.273. SUBCHAPTER H. ENGINEERING LICENSE RENEWAL. (d) A person is not eligible to be licensed as an engineer unless the person is of good character and reputation. (3) collect data concerning the effectiveness of those procedures, as implemented by the board. A qualified scientist engaged in scientific research and investigation of the physical or natural sciences is exempt from the licensing requirements of this chapter. 1001.301. 1001.508. Sec. Sec. Engineers' Responsibility to the Profession. Sec. (3) the supervision, as a foreman or superintendent, of the construction of work designed by an engineer. 1001.277. Sec. (m) In this section, "frivolous complaint" means a complaint that the executive director and investigator, with board approval, determined: (1) was made for the purpose of harassment; and. Sec. Transferred, redesignated and amended from Occupations Code, Section 1001.306 by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. (3) does not present a risk to public health or safety. 1523), Sec. Since this a new exam committee, we need dedicated and highly qualified individuals with proven technical and leadership experience. PAPER FORMS (below) (2) is not otherwise engaged in the practice of engineering. Sec. (c) The exemption provided by this section does not apply to a person or entity that is: (1) providing engineering design or inspection services necessary to comply with windstorm certification standards for a residential dwelling under Subchapter F, Chapter 2210, Insurance Code; or. It is not intended as a source for unsolicited contact of engineers. (d) A provisional license is valid until the date the board approves or denies the provisional license holder's application for a license. Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. OPTIONS FOLLOWING DECISION: PAY OR APPEAL. The technological solutions must: (1) ensure that the public is able to find information about the board on the Internet; (2) ensure that persons who want to use the board's services are able to: (A) interact with the board through the Internet; and, (B) access any service that can be provided effectively through the Internet; and. For the year in which the license or registration expiration date is changed, the board shall prorate license or registration fees on a monthly basis so that each license or registration holder pays only that portion of the license or registration fee that is allocable to the number of months during which the license or registration is valid. 21, eff. PROHIBITED PRACTICES AND DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES. 1232 (H.B. (2) ensure that each phase of the processing of a complaint is appropriately documented. 1001.4527. Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1.38, eff. 1001.4528. Email:rules@pels.texas.gov; Mail: 1917 S. Interstate 35, Austin, Texas 78741; Fax: (512) 440-0417 (to his attention) A copy of the proposed rules can be viewed in Texas Register (Link Below). 1523), Sec. Staff produced a series of new instructional videos to assist applicants. PARTICIPATION OF PUBLIC MEMBERS. Agency Mission Statement 1001.209. (1) enter into an agreement with the Department of Public Safety to administer a criminal history check required under this section; and. RECUSAL OF BOARD MEMBER. 1001.058. (b) Appointments to the board shall be made without regard to the race, color, disability, sex, religion, age, or national origin of the appointee. (b) The board may spend money for any purpose the board considers reasonably necessary for the proper performance of its duties under this chapter and Chapter 1071. That way, if you get a telephone call from Board staff asking for clarification or additional information about your complaint, you'll be able to find the information. Box 12428 in writing. Sept. 1, 2003. This flowchart outlines the renewal and audit process. The FE examination is offered . September 1, 2019. 1276, Sec. 1001.504. Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. (k) Except as provided by Subsection (l), a complaint filed with the board is public information. 1001.067. The Board handles over 600 enforcement cases per year, and provides a system of rules and regulations for the ethical and acceptable practice of professional engineering and surveying. 1.33, eff. MEMBER ELIGIBILITY. If possible, all complaints should be filed in English. Retain With Your Records For Audit Purposes. Occupations Code Chapter 1001. Texas Board of Professional Engineers 1001.503. The Public Information Act, formerly known as the Open Records Act, is located at chapter 552 of the Government Code. (f) On receipt of a complaint, the board shall determine whether the board has the authority to resolve the complaint. Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. (a) For purposes of this section, a person is disabled if the person has a mental or physical impairment that substantially limits the ability of the person to earn a living as an engineer or land surveyor, other than an impairment caused by a current addiction to the use of alcohol or an illegal drug or controlled substance. Effective September 1, 2019, HB1523 created the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. September 1, 2019. Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. Welcome to the Texas Board of Nursing Website (b) The person must pay to the board a fee that is equal to two times the normally required renewal fee for the license. 1, eff. COLLECTION OF PENALTY. 1001.214. 1421, Sec. (c) The board may not issue a license to a person who does not comply with the requirement of Subsection (b). Well send you a physical pocket card, certificate of licensure, and welcome letter in the mail shortly. 1001.155. (2) the person's spouse is an officer, manager, or paid consultant of a Texas trade association in the field of engineering or land surveying. REGULATION OF ENGINEERING, ARCHITECTURE, LAND SURVEYING, AND RELATED PRACTICES, SUBTITLE A. (a) In this section: (1) "Design coordination" includes the review and coordination of technical submissions prepared by others, including the work of other professionals working with or under the direction of an engineer with professional regard for the ability of each professional involved in a multidisciplinary effort. (a) The board shall administer and enforce this chapter and Chapter 1071. (b) The board by rule shall adopt written guidelines to ensure that probation is administered consistently. 1421, Sec. An engineer or land surveyor on inactive status may not practice engineering or land surveying, as applicable. Texas Board Rules for Professional Engineers 2020 Instructor: John C. Huang, Ph.D., PE PDH Online | PDH Center 5272 Meadow Estates Drive Fairfax, VA 22030-6658 Phone: 703-988-0088 www.PDHonline.com An Approved Continuing Education Provider. (2) a fact situation that is substantially similar to the fact situation in which the person is involved. 1, eff. GROUNDS FOR REMOVAL. (3) provide evidence satisfactory to the board that the person has complied with the continuing education requirements adopted by the board under Section 1001.210 or 1071.305, as applicable. 1523), Sec. Registration is free. Since 1935 the Texas State Directory has been a trusted resource and has been referred to as the bible for anyone working in or wanting to learn about state, city and county government. 1001.205. TEF Board of Trustees Meeting. Sec. 1, eff. 12, eff. 1421, Sec. You're Now a Professional Engineer. An exemption under this subchapter applies only to a person who does not offer to the public to perform engineering services. Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1523), Sec. P.E. September 1, 2019. TITLE 6. 1523), Sec. Sept. 1, 2003. 1523), Sec. add or remove branches, add or remove P.E.s or officers or renew your firm registration. The registration may be renewed by the filing of an updated application under Subsection (c). (3) be cost-effective and developed through the board's planning processes. September 1, 2005. 1001.455. CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORD INFORMATION REQUIREMENT FOR LICENSE RENEWAL. The roster shall include the name, business address, and other identifying information required by board rule. (d) The board shall conduct a criminal history check of each applicant for a license using information: (1) provided by the individual under this section; and. 1232 (H.B. (e) The following activities may be performed by either an engineer or an architect: (1) programming for construction projects, including: (A) identification of economic, legal, and natural constraints; and. Sec. (2) if notice of the examination results will be delayed for longer than 90 days after the examination date, the board shall notify the person of the reason for the delay before the 90th day. What would you like to do today? Phone : 512-440-7723 1, eff. 1232 (H.B. September 1, 2019. (2) appropriate alternative dispute resolution procedures under Chapter 2009, Government Code, to assist in the resolution of internal and external disputes under the board's jurisdiction. (a) It is a ground for removal from the board that a member: (1) does not have at the time of taking office the qualifications required by Sections 1001.101 and 1001.102; (2) does not maintain during service on the board the qualifications required by Sections 1001.101 and 1001.102; (3) is ineligible for membership under Section 1001.102 or 1001.103; (4) cannot, because of illness or disability, discharge the member's duties for a substantial part of the member's term; or. The authority of the board to issue an advisory opinion under this subchapter does not affect the authority of the attorney general to issue an opinion as authorized by law. Sept. 1, 2003. (B) the hazard or potential hazard created to the health, safety, or economic welfare of the public; (2) the economic harm to property or the environment caused by the violation; (4) the amount necessary to deter a future violation; (5) efforts or resistance to efforts to correct the violation; and. Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. He has over 25 years of experience in government and politics, including working forU.S. June 1, 2003. 1, eff. Transferred, redesignated and amended from Occupations Code, Section 1001.3535 by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. Phone : 512-440-7723 Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. (c) A person entitled to reduced fees under Subsection (b)(2) shall notify the board that the person has resumed the active practice of engineering or land surveying not later than the 15th day after the date the person resumes active practice. SUBCHAPTER C. TEXAS BOARD OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS. Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. A licensed state land surveyor is exempt from the requirements of this chapter regulating the practice of engineering in performing the state land surveyor's duties.