25 C.F.R. § 1000.227 What happens if the Secretary denies the waiver request?
Title 25 - Indians
If the Secretary denies a waiver request, the Secretary issues a written decision stating: (a) The basis for the decision; (b) The decision is final for the Department; and (c) The Tribe/Consortium may request reconsideration of the denial.
Title 25: Indians
PART 1000—ANNUAL FUNDING AGREEMENTS UNDER THE TRIBAL SELF-GOVERNMENT ACT AMENDMENTS TO THE INDIAN SELF-DETERMINATION AND EDUCATION ACT
Subpart J—Waiver of Regulations
§ 1000.227 What happens if the Secretary denies the waiver request?

