# 45 C.F.R. § 16.4 (2026): Summary of procedures below

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## Section

- **Citation:** 45 C.F.R. § 16.4 (2026)
- **Heading:** Summary of procedures below
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Title 45 CFR: Public Welfare / Part 16: PROCEDURES OF THE DEPARTMENTAL GRANT APPEALS BOARD / § 16.4: § 16.4   Summary of procedures below.

## Text

The Board's basic process is review of a written record (which both parties are given ample opportunity to develop), consisting of relevant documents and statements submitted by both parties (see § 16.8). In addition, the Board may hold an informal conference (see § 16.10). The informal conference primarily involves questioning of the participants by a presiding Board member. Conferences may be conducted by telephone conference call. The written record review also may be supplemented by a hearing involving an opportunity for examining evidence and witnesses, cross-examination, and oral argument (see § 16.11). A hearing is more expensive and time-consuming than a determination on the written record alone or with an informal conference. Generally, therefore, the Board will schedule a hearing only if the Board determines that there are complex issues or material facts in dispute, or that the Board's review would otherwise be significantly enhanced by a hearing. Where the amount in dispute is $25,000 or less, there are special expedited procedures (see § 16.12 of this part). In all cases, the Board has the flexibility to modify procedures to ensure fairness, to avoid delay, and to accommodate the peculiar needs of a given case. The Board makes maximum feasible use of preliminary informal steps to refine issues and to encourage resolution by the parties. The Board also has the capability to provide mediation services (see § 16.18).

## Nearby sections

- [45 C.F.R. § 16.1 (2026) § 16.1   What this part does.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T45_P16_S16_1.md)
- [45 C.F.R. § 16.2 (2026) § 16.2   Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T45_P16_S16_2.md)
- [45 C.F.R. § 16.3 (2026) § 16.3   When these procedures become available.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T45_P16_S16_3.md)
- [45 C.F.R. § 16.4 (2026) § 16.4   Summary of procedures below.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T45_P16_S16_4.md)
- [45 C.F.R. § 16.5 (2026) § 16.5   How the Board operates.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T45_P16_S16_5.md)
- [45 C.F.R. § 16.6 (2026) § 16.6   Who represents the parties.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T45_P16_S16_6.md)
- [45 C.F.R. § 16.7 (2026) § 16.7   The first steps in the appeal process: The notice of appeal and the Board's response.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T45_P16_S16_7.md)
- [45 C.F.R. § 16.8 (2026) § 16.8   The next step in the appeal process: Preparation of an appeal file and written argument.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T45_P16_S16_8.md)
- [45 C.F.R. § 16.9 (2026) § 16.9   How the Board will promote development of the record.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T45_P16_S16_9.md)
- [45 C.F.R. § 16.10 (2026) § 16.10   Using a conference.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T45_P16_S16_10.md)
- [45 C.F.R. § 16.11 (2026) § 16.11   Hearing.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T45_P16_S16_11.md)
- [45 C.F.R. § 16.12 (2026) § 16.12   The expedited process.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T45_P16_S16_12.md)
- [45 C.F.R. § 16.13 (2026) § 16.13   Powers and responsibilities.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T45_P16_S16_13.md)
- [45 C.F.R. § 16.14 (2026) § 16.14   How Board review is limited.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T45_P16_S16_14.md)

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