43 C.F.R. § 4.1020

Current through September 30, 2024

Section 4.1020 - What will DCHD do upon receiving the election of hearing from a petitioner?

Within 5 days after petitioner files its election of hearing under 25 CFR 83.38(a) , the actions required by this section must be taken.

(a) DCHD must:

(1) Docket the case;

(2) Assign an ALJ to preside over the hearing process and issue a recommended decision; and

(3) Issue a docketing notice that informs the parties of the docket number and the ALJ assigned to the case.

(b) The ALJ assigned under paragraph (a)(2) of this section must issue a notice setting the time, place, and method for conducting an initial prehearing conference under § 4.1022(a) . This notice may be combined with the docketing notice under paragraph (a)(3) of this section.

43 C.F.R. §4.1020