# 45 C.F.R. § 16.9 (2026): How the Board will promote development of the record

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T45_P16_S16_9

## Section

- **Citation:** 45 C.F.R. § 16.9 (2026)
- **Heading:** How the Board will promote development of the record
- **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 / § 16.9: § 16.9   How the Board will promote development of the record.

## Text

The Board may, at the time it acknowledges an appeal or at any appropriate later point, request additional documents or information; request briefing on issues in the case; issue orders to show cause why a proposed finding or decision of the Board should not become final; hold preliminary conferences (generally by telephone) to establish schedules and refine issues; and take such other steps as the Board determines appropriate to develop a prompt, sound decision.

## 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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