R655-6-16. Orders

A. After the Presiding Officer has reached a final decision upon any adjudicative proceeding, he shall make and enter a signed order in writing that states the decision, the reasons for the decision, a notice of the rights of the parties to request reconsideration or judicial review, as appropriate, and notice of the time limits for filing a request for reconsideration or a court appeal. The order shall be based on the facts appearing in any of the Division's files or records and on the facts presented in evidence at any hearings.

B. The signed order described in this section or an order issued in response to a timely-filed request for reconsideration shall constitute the final agency action.

C. A copy of the Presiding Officer's order shall be promptly mailed by regular mail to each of the parties.