What is the authority of the hearing examiner in conducting a hearing?

§ 222.111 What is the authority of the hearing examiner in conducting a hearing? The hearing examiner is authorized to conduct a hearing under section 8004(e) and §§ 222.109–222.113 as follows: (a) The hearing examiner may— (1) Clarify, simplify, or define the issues or consider other matters that may aid in the disposition of the complaint; (2) Direct the parties to exchange relevant documents or information; and (3) Examine witnesses. (b) The hearing examiner— (1) Regulates the course of proceedings and conduct of the parties; (2) Arranges for the preparation of a transcript of each hearing and provides one copy to each party; (3) Schedules the submission of oral and documentary evidence; (4) Receives, rules on, excludes, or limits evidence; (5) Establishes and maintains a record of the proceeding, including any transcripts referenced above; (6) Establishes reasonable rules governing public attendance at the proceeding; and (7) Is bound by all applicable statutes and regulations and may neither waive them nor rule them invalid. (Authority: 20 U.S.C. 7704(e))