Code of Federal Regulations

Title 14 - Aeronautics and Space

Volume: 1Date: 2023-01-01Original Date: 2023-01-01Title: Section 14.27 - Decision.Context: Title 14 - Aeronautics and Space. CHAPTER I - FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION. SUBCHAPTER B - PROCEDURAL RULES. PART 14 - RULES IMPLEMENTING THE EQUAL ACCESS TO JUSTICE ACT OF 1980. Subpart C - Procedures for Considering Applications.

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§ 14.27 Decision. (a) The ALJ shall issue an initial decision on the application within 60 days after completion of proceedings on the application. (b) An adjudicative officer in a proceeding under part 17 of this chapter and the AMS shall prepare a findings and recommendations for the Office of Dispute Resolution for Acquisition. (c) A decision under paragraph (a) or (b) of this section shall include written findings and conclusions on the applicant's eligibility and status as prevailing party and an explanation of the reasons for any difference between the amount requested and the amount awarded. The decision shall also include, if at issue, findings on whether the FAA's position was substantially justified, or whether special circumstances make an award unjust. [Doc. No. FAA–1998–4379, 64 FR 32936, June 18, 1999]