(a) The commissioner by rule may require an insurance carrier to designate a representative in Austin to act as the insurance carrier’s agent before the division in Austin. Notice to the designated agent constitutes notice to the insurance carrier.

(b) A person commits an administrative violation if the person violates a rule adopted under this section.

Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 269, § 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1993. Amended by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., ch. 265, § 3.030, eff. Sept. 1, 2005.