Within 5 days after petitioner files its election of hearing under 25 CFR 83.38(a), the actions required by this section must be taken.
(a) DCHD must:
(1) Docket the case;
(2) Assign an ALJ to preside over the hearing process and issue a recommended decision; and
(3) Issue a docketing notice that informs the parties of the docket number and the ALJ assigned to the case.
(b) The ALJ assigned under paragraph (a)(2) of this section must issue a notice setting the time, place, and method for conducting an initial prehearing conference under Sec. 4.1022(a). This notice may be combined with the docketing notice under paragraph (a)(3) of this section.