When a request for reconsideration is filed within 30 days of the overpayment notice
(plus 5 or more days for mailing):
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Stop recovery actions; and
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Refund by AOTP any payments withheld in the month the request is filed (see SM 01901.001)
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See VB 02005.370 for policy and procedures on reconsideration of a waiver determination.
When a request for reconsideration is filed after the 30 (plus 5) day period, but
within the 60 day period specified in VB 02005.355B.1. (or later with good cause):
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Stop recovery actions; and
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Effective with the month the request is filed, refund by AOTP any payments that were
withheld to recover the overpayment. See SI 02220.017A.4.e.
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Resume recovery only after the reconsideration determination affirms the initial determination.
If the person requests waiver, see VB 02005.300B.2.