§ 431.206 Informing applicants and beneficiaries.

(a) The agency must issue and publicize its hearing procedures.

(b) The agency must, at the time specified in paragraph (c) of this section, inform every applicant or beneficiary in writing—

(1) Of his or her right to a fair hearing and right to request an expedited fair hearing;

(2) Of the method by which he may obtain a hearing;

(3) That he may represent himself or use legal counsel, a relative, a friend, or other spokesman; and

(4) Of the time frames in which the agency must take final administrative action, in accordance with § 431.244(f).