What Happens after a Charge is Filed with the PAB/OGC?

If the PAB/OGC determines that there are reasonable grounds to believe GAO violated the law, the PAB/OGC will offer to represent charging parties in a hearing before the PAB. Charging parties are not required to accept the PAB/OGC’s representation offer and, instead, may represent themselves or may choose someone else to represent them at their own expense. The PAB is not advised of the PAB/OGC’s determination. Please see How to File a Petition with the PAB for more information on filing a Petition with the PAB.

If the PAB/OGC does not offer representation, charging parties may still file a Petition with the PAB. Please see How to File a Petition with the PAB for more information on filing a Petition with the PAB.