If the system manager denies your request to amend or determines that the record should be amended in a manner other than that requested by you, NARA will advise you in writing of the decision. The denial letter will state:

1. (a) The reasons for the denial of your amendment request;
2. (b) Proposed alternative amendments, if appropriate;
3. (c) Your right to appeal the denial; and
4. (d) The procedures for appealing the denial.