(a) In addition to the fees described by Section 51.202, Occupations Code, the commission may authorize the collection of fees for:
(1) boiler inspections, including fees for special inspections; and
(2) other activities administered by the boiler inspection section and authorized by rule of the commission.
(b) The commission shall consider the advice of the board in setting the amount of a fee for:
(1) a boiler inspection, including a fee for a special inspection;
(2) a certificate of operation;
(3) the administration of an examination under this chapter; or
(4) any other activity administered by the boiler inspection section.
(c) The fees, travel, and per diem collected under this chapter may be appropriated only to the department.