25 CFR § 900.15
What shall the Secretary do upon receiving a proposal?
February 24, 2021
Upon receipt of a proposal, the Secretary shall:
(a) Within two days notify the applicant in writing that the proposal has been received;
(b) Within 15 days notify the applicant in writing of any missing items required by §900.8 and request that the items be submitted within 15 days of receipt of the notification; and
(c) Review the proposal to determine whether there are declination issues under section 102(a)(2) of the Act.