Section 730.220  Hearing Officer Recusal

a)         If any Party has reason to believe the Hearing Officer has a personal bias or conflict of interest, that Party may file a timely and sufficient motion, supported by affidavit, requesting that the Hearing Officer recuse himself or herself from hearing the case. The affidavit shall set forth allegations of personal bias or conflict of interest of the Hearing Officer. If a Hearing Officer recuses himself or herself, the Treasurer shall appoint and/or retain another Hearing Officer.

b)         An adverse ruling, in and of itself, shall not constitute bias or conflict of interest. [5 ILCS 100/10-30(b)]

c)         The Hearing Officer may at any time voluntarily disqualify himself or herself upon written notice to the Treasurer.