Section 1406 (e)
(e) Explanation and assurances
Any written response by the Secretary under subsection (d) regarding a policy, question, or interpretation under subchapter II shall include an explanation in the written response that—
- (1) such response is provided as informal guidance and is not legally binding;
- (2) when required, such response is issued in compliance with the requirements of section 553 of title 5; and
- (3) such response represents the interpretation by the Department of Education of the applicable statutory or regulatory requirements in the context of the specific facts presented.
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