OAR 582-020-0065: Impartial Hearing Officer Responsibility to Maintain a Hearing Record

(1) The Impartial Hearing Officer (IHO) shall maintain an audio record of all prehearing conference events, whether by telephone, videoconference, or in person. (2) The Impartial Hearing Officer shall maintain a written record of all hearing events, including, but not limited to, all pleadings, Notices of Proposed Action, email correspondence, exhibits submitted, witness lists, stipulations, agreements, rulings, orders, and decisions. (3) The Impartial Hearing Officer does not have the authority to order a court reporter or other resource to create or maintain the written or audio record at the Program's expense. Any additional resources requested and to be paid by the Program shall be agreed to by the Program.