Code of Massachusetts Regulations
106 CMR - DEPARTMENT OF TRANSITIONAL ASSISTANCE
Title 106 CMR 343.000 - Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA): Fair Hearing rules
Section 343.240 - Request for Fair Hearing
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
(A) A request for a fair hearing is defined as a written statement by the appellant or his or her authorized representative which asks for the opportunity to present the case to a higher authority. The request for a fair hearing must be received by DOH within the time limits provided in 106 CMR 343.140.
(B) Any request for a fair hearing which alleges coercive or otherwise improper conduct on the part of a Department employee must state the name of the employee and the place, date and nature of the incident. If the request lacks the information required by 106 CMR 343.240, DOH shall notify the appellant of the requirement. If the appellant then fails to provide the information within ten days, the appeal shall be dismissed.