Section 308.531 - Location of hearing(a) The hearing may be held:(1) In any judicial district of the United States in which the defendant resides or transacts business;(2) In any judicial district of the United States in which the claim or statement at issue was made; or(3) In such other place as may be agreed upon by the defendant and the ALJ.(b) Each party will have the opportunity to present argument with respect to the location of the hearing.(c) The hearing will be held at the place and at the time ordered by the ALJ.