Section 2605.220  Recusal of Hearing Officer

a)         Any party may file a timely and sufficient motion, supported by affidavit, requesting that the Hearing Officer recuse himself from hearing the case. The affidavit shall set forth allegations of personal bias or prejudice of the Hearing Officer.  If a Hearing Officer recuses himself, the Department shall appoint and/or retain another Hearing Officer.

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

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