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§ 1.634 — What Is The Law Governing Ex Parte Communications?

7 C.F.R. § 1.634

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(a) Ex parte communications with the ALJ or his or her staff are prohibited in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 554(d).

(b) This section does not prohibit ex parte inquiries concerning case status or procedural requirements, unless the inquiry involves an area of controversy in the hearing process.

7 C.F.R. § 1.633 7 C.F.R. § 1.635

Authorizing Statute

General powers of Commission
16 U.S.C. § 797
Departmental regulations
5 U.S.C. § 301
Adjudications
5 U.S.C. § 554