1. A. The chairperson may consolidate cases in which two or more appellants have cases containing identical or similar issues.
2. B. The chairperson may join the appeals of an appellant who has two or more appeals pending.
3. C. The chairperson may consolidate or join cases if it would expedite final resolution of the cases and would not adversely affect the interests of the parties.

[10.12.12.11 NMAC - N, 7/1/2015]