20 CFR 802.304 - Purpose of oral argument.

Regulations last checked for updates: Nov 25, 2024

Title 20 - Employees' Benefits last revised: Sep 30, 2024

§ 802.304 - Purpose of oral argument.

Oral argument may be held by the Board in any case:

(a) When there is a novel issue not previously considered by the Board; or

(b) When in the interests of justice oral argument will serve to assist the Board in carrying out the intent of any of the Acts; or

(c) To resolve conflicting decisions by administrative law judges on a substantial question of law.

authority: 5 U.S.C. 301; 30 U.S.C. 901

source: 52 FR 27292, July 20, 1987, unless otherwise noted.

cite as: 20 CFR 802.304