# 34 C.F.R. § 86.406 (2026): What must the ALJ do if the parties enter settlement negotiations?

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T34_P86_S86_406

## Section

- **Citation:** 34 C.F.R. § 86.406 (2026)
- **Heading:** What must the ALJ do if the parties enter settlement negotiations?
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Title 34 CFR: Education / Part 86: DRUG AND ALCOHOL ABUSE PREVENTION / Subpart E: Appeal Procedures / § 86.406: § 86.406   What must the ALJ do if the parties enter settlement negotiations?

## Text

(a) If the parties to a case file a joint motion requesting a stay of the proceedings for settlement negotiations or for the parties to obtain approval of a settlement agreement, the ALJ grants the stay.
(b) The following are not admissible in any proceeding under this part:
(1) Evidence of conduct during settlement negotiations.
(2) Statements made during settlement negotiations.
(3) Terms of settlement offers.
(c) The parties may not disclose the contents of settlement negotiations to the ALJ. If the parties enter into a settlement agreement and file a joint motion to dismiss the case, the ALJ grants the motion.
(Authority: 20 U.S.C. 1145g)

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