### Question
How is the "hearing" defined?


### Answer
The term **hearing** is defined in *7 CFR § 1200.2* as follows -

> that part of the proceeding which involves the submission of evidence.

#### Citation:
  - *7 CFR § 1200.2*
  - Heading: **PART 1200—RULES OF PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE GOVERNING PROCEEDINGS UNDER RESEARCH, PROMOTION, AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS > PART 1200—RULES OF PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE GOVERNING PROCEEDINGS UNDER RESEARCH, PROMOTION, AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS**

