The commission may:
(1) on its own motion:
(A) affirm, modify, or set aside an order issued under Section 51.036 on the basis of the evidence previously submitted in the case; or
(B) direct the taking of additional evidence; or
(2) permit any of the parties affected by the order to initiate a further appeal before the commission.
Official text of the Texas Labor Code as published by the Texas Legislative Council.