(a) The comptroller may adopt rules to efficiently and effectively administer this chapter. Before adopting a rule under this section, the comptroller must conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed rule regardless of whether the requirements of Section 2001.029(b) are met.
(b) The comptroller shall follow the procedures prescribed by Subchapter B, Chapter 2001, when adopting a new rule or a change to an existing rule that relates to historically underutilized businesses.