Section 730.400  Final Decision

a)         The final decision in a contested case shall be in writing and shall become a part of the administrative record. A final decision shall include findings of fact and conclusions of law, separately stated. Parties or their agents appointed to receive service of process shall be notified either personally or by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, of any decision. Upon request, a copy of the decision shall be delivered or mailed forthwith to each Party and to its attorney of record.

b)         All Treasurer orders shall specify whether they are final and subject to the Administrative Review Law [735 ILCS 5/Art. III]. [5 ILCS 100/10-50]

c)         The final decision shall be issued in writing as soon as practicable after the Administrative Hearing is concluded, unless otherwise provided for by law.

d)         The final decision may require any Party to the proceeding to pay part or all of the costs of the Administrative Hearing, including, but not limited to: witness fees, court reporter fees, Hearing Officer fees, and the cost of the transcript.