46 C.F.R. § 5.905 Commandant's decision on application.
Title 46 - Shipping
(a) The applicant's letter and application form, as well as the evaluation and recommendation, are referred to a special board appointed by the Commandant. The board examines all the material submitted with the application and such other information as may, in the judgment of the board, be considered appropriate. The board shall submit its findings and recommendation to the Commandant. (b) The Commandant shall determine whether or not a new license, certificate or document will be issued. The applicant will be notified by letter of such determination.
Title 46: Shipping
PART 5—MARINE INVESTIGATION REGULATIONS—PERSONNEL ACTION
Subpart L—Issuance of New Licenses, Certificates or Documents After Revocation or Surrender
§ 5.905 Commandant's decision on application.

