5 CFR §831.1110
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- (a)Upon completion of a hearing pursuant to § 831.1106, the presiding officer shall make and file an initial decision, a copy of which shall be served on each party or counsel by certified or registered mail.
- (b)The initial decision shall include a statement of findings and conclusions, with the reasons therefor, and shall be based upon a consideration of the entire record.
- (c)The initial decision shall become the final decision of OPM unless the case is appealed or reviewed pursuant to § 831.1111.