U.S. Code of Federal Regulations
Regulations most recently checked for updates: Aug 28, 2025
(a) A decision on an appeal must be made in writing.
(b) A decision that upholds the bureau's determination will notify you of the decision and your statutory right to file a lawsuit.
(c) A decision that overturns, remands, or modifies the bureau's determination will notify you of the decision. The bureau then must further process the request in accordance with the appeal determination.