When must the Secretary make a decision on a waiver request?

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(a) Not later than 120 days after receipt of a waiver request by the Secretary and the Secretary's designated officials in accordance with § 1000.1215.

(b) This 120-day period may be extended for any length of time, as agreed upon by both the Tribe/Consortium and the Secretary.

eCFR data current as of: November 5, 2026

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