Any individual or institution not satisfied with the Commission’s actions in its administration of the program may submit a written petition to the Commission within 30 days after notice of the action. If not satisfied with the response of the Commission to the written petition, the individual or institution may request a rehearing within 20 days after the response of the Commission is made. The Commission shall schedule the rehearing within 20 days after receipt of the rehearing request. The individual or institution may present written and oral evidence supporting the petition and may be represented by counsel. The decision of the Commission following the rehearing is final.

Author: Artcola Pettway, Stephanie C. Dolan

Statutory Authority: Code of Alabama 1975, Alabama Act 2025-337

History: New Rule: Published September 30, 2025; effective November 14, 2025.