§29.920. Is a decision of the Self-Governance Official final?
49 C.F.R. § 29.920
A decision of the Self-Governance Official is final and conclusive, and not subject to review, unless the Tribe timely commences an appeal or suit pursuant to the Contract Disputes Act.
Once the Self-Governance Official issues a decision, the decision may not be changed except by agreement of the Department and the Tribe or under the following limited circumstances:
Evidence is discovered that could not have been discovered through due diligence before the Self-Governance Official issued the decision;
The Self-Governance Official learns that there has been fraud, misrepresentation, or other misconduct by a party;
The decision is beyond the scope of the Self-Governance Official's authority;
The claim has been satisfied, released, or discharged; or
Any other reason justifying relief from the decision.
If the Self-Governance Official withdraws a decision and issues a new decision, the Tribe may appeal the new decision in accordance with § 29.921. If the Self-Governance Official does not issue a new decision, the Tribe may proceed under § 29.919(c).
If a Tribe files an appeal or suit, the Self-Governance Official may modify or withdraw the final decision before a decision is issued in the pending appeal.
Notes, amendments, and revision history
Authority
Authority: 23 U.S.C. 207
Source
Source: 85 FR 33504, June 1, 2020, unless otherwise noted.