§1105.4. Eligibility.
16 C.F.R. § 1105.4
In order to be eligible to receive a financial contribution, a participant must request in advance a specific contribution with an explanation as to why the contribution is likely to result in a more satisfactory standard than would be developed without a contribution. The request for a contribution shall contain, to the fullest extent possible and appropriate, the following information:
A description of the point of view, interest and/or expertise that the participant intends to bring to the proceeding;
The reason(s) that representation of the participant's interest, point of view, or expertise can reasonably be expected to contribute substantially to a full and fair determination of the issues involved in the proceeding;
An explanation of the economic interest, if any, that the participant has (and individuals or groups comprising the participant have) in any Commission determination related to the proceeding;
A discussion, with supporting documentation, of the reason(s) a participant is unable to participate effectively in the proceeding without a financial contribution;
A description of the participant's employment or organization, as appropriate; and
A specific and itemized estimate of the costs for which the contribution is sought.
Notes, amendments, and revision history
Authority
Authority: Sec. 7(c), Pub. L. 97-35, 95 Stat. 704 (15 U.S.C. 2056(c)).
Source
Source: 48 FR 57121, Dec. 28, 1983, unless otherwise noted.