(210 ILCS 145/55) (from Ch. 111 1/2, par. 8351-55)

Sec. 55. Findings of fact; conclusions of law; decision. The Director or hearing officer shall make findings of fact and conclusions of law in a hearing, and the Director shall render his decision, or the hearing officer his proposal for decision within 45 days after the termination of the hearing unless additional time is required by him for a proper disposition of the matter. A copy of the final decision of the Director shall be served upon the applicant or permit holder in person or by certified mail.

(Source: P.A. 87-636.)