Form of Decision

The decision will be in written form and in a manner consistent with M.G.L. c. 30A and may include the following: a summary of the issues considered; clear and concise findings of fact including credibility determinations; the reasons for the decision reached on each issue; the statute, case law, policy, practice and/or regulation, if any, on which the decision is based; and an order for relief if appropriate. The decision shall be signed and dated by the Hearing Officer and the Director of Fair Hearings or designee. All decisions shall notify the Appellant that the Fair Hearing decision, or where applicable, the decision of the Commissioner or designee, is the final decision of the agency and that the Appellant has the right to seek review under M.G.L. c. 30A.