Energy. Part2:Agency rules of practice and procedure. Subpart L:Simplified Hearing Procedures for NRC Adjudications.Section2.1210:Initial decision and its effect.
(a) Unless the Commission directs that the record be certified to it in accordance with paragraph (b) of this section, the presiding officer shall render an initial decision after completion of an informal hearing under this subpart. That initial decision constitutes the final action of the Commission on the contested matter 120 days after the date of issuance, unless: