If the renewal application is submitted 90 days or less after expiration, what is the renewal fee?

When a renewal application for a Texas Certified Shorthand Reporter is submitted within 90 days after the expiration of the certification, the renewal fee is set at one and one-half times the normal fee. This provision is designed to encourage timely renewal and to maintain the integrity of the certification process.

The rationale behind this increased fee is to penalize late applications slightly while still allowing for the possibility of renewal without requiring a completely new application or a significantly higher fee for those who may have overlooked the deadline. By establishing a fee that is higher than the normal amount but not exorbitant, it promotes diligence among reporters in maintaining their certification and ensures that they remain current in their professional obligations.

This approach to late renewal fees reflects a common practice in licensing and certification processes, where there is typically a graduated fee structure based on the timing of the renewal submission relative to its expiration date.