1618 Agency Actions Following Fair Hearing Decisions

For decisions favorable to the client which are not pending an agency-level review, the initial order shall be implemented immediately upon receipt of the order. If the agency has requested further review of the initial order, implementation is delayed until a decision on the agency-level review is rendered.

For orders unfavorable to the client, the decision shall not be implemented until the 18th day following the date the initial decision is mailed. This is to allow the client the opportunity to request an agency-level review. If a request is made within the 18 day period, the decision shall not be implemented until the agency-level review is final.