DOE may revise these procedures through advance written notification to the parties and posting here.
Intervention. Any person seeking to intervene to become a party must file a written motion to intervene by emailing AskCR@hq.doe.gov. A motion to intervene must state the movant's interest in sufficient factual detail to demonstrate that the movant has or represents an interest which may be directly and substantially affected by the outcome of the proceeding. A motion to intervene must be filed within 30 days after the issuance of a section 202(c) order, which includes an original order or a renewal order. No grant of late intervention is permitted unless DOE finds good cause. The grant of party status will be expressly stated by DOE order within thirty days of filing. A motion to intervene may be combined with a motion for rehearing, answer, or other motion.
Rehearing. Pursuant to 16 U.S. Code § 825l, any party applying for rehearing must file a written motion for rehearing by emailing AskCR@hq.doe.gov within 30 days after the issuance of a section 202(c) order. The motion for rehearing must set forth specifically the ground or grounds upon which such motion is based and must contain a clear and concise statement of the facts and law which support the motion and the specific relief or ruling requested. Any grounds not specifically identified in such motion shall be waived. All motions for rehearing will be addressed in a consolidated proceeding and order on rehearing. Unless DOE acts upon the motion for rehearing within 30 days of filing, such motion may be deemed to have been denied.
Answers. Any party may file an answer to another party’s motion by emailing AskCR@hq.doe.gov within 7 days after the motion is filed. An answer must contain a clear and concise statement of any disputed factual allegations and any law upon which the answer relies. An answer to an answer is not permitted.
Timing and Service. DOE will use best efforts to post filings here within 24 hours of receipt. Such posting constitutes service to all parties. Filing or posting due dates that fall on a federal holiday or weekend shall be extended to the next business day. Documents received after 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time are deemed filed on the next business day.
Confidentiality. DOE strongly encourages that all filings be limited to information suitable for public release. If procedures to maintain confidentiality are requested, DOE will provide them as needed at the discretion of DOE.