When will the reviewing official issue a decision on an appeal?

(a) The reviewing official (other than the IBIA) will issue a written decision, including the basis for the decision, within 90 days after the latest of: (1) The filing of the statement of reasons; (2) The filing of any responses, replies, or supplemental briefs under §§ 2.209 through 2.212; or (3) The filing of any comments on additional material under § 2.504(b). (b) A reviewing official (other than the IBIA) may, for good cause and with notice to the decision-maker and participants, extend the deadline for the official's decision one time by no more than 90 days.