What is the renewal fee if the application is submitted more than 90 days but less than 1 year after expiration?

The correct answer is that the renewal fee if the application is submitted more than 90 days but less than one year after expiration is twice the normal fee.

In the context of the Texas Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR) rules, it is standard practice to establish different renewal fee structures based on how long after the expiration a renewal application is submitted. When a certification has been expired for an extended period, such as more than 90 days but less than one year, the fee is set at twice the normal renewal fee. This structure encourages timely renewal and ensures that those who allow their certification to lapse contribute more towards the administrative costs associated with processing late renewals.

This fee structure ensures that certified shorthand reporters are incentivized to maintain their certification actively, while also providing a clearly defined approach to those who may need to renew later than expected. Understanding this approach is crucial for certified shorthand reporters as it helps in planning their renewals appropriately and avoiding unnecessary additional costs.