December 16, 2025
2026 Amount in Controversy for ALJ Hearings or Federal District Court Reviews
To file a request for an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) hearing (3rd level of appeal) or a judicial review in Federal court (5th level of appeal), the dollar amount remaining in controversy must meet the threshold requirement. This amount is recalculated each year and may change.
The amount in controversy (AIC) required to sustain appeal rights for an ALJ hearing or Federal District Court review is:
| Filed on or before December 31, 2025 | Filed on or after January 1, 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| ALJ hearings | $190 | $200 |
| Federal District Court reviews | $1900 | $1960 |
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