The EAB sits in panels of three and decides each matter by majority vote. Two members constitute a quorum. Concurring or dissenting opinions may be issued as appropriate. Most cases are decided without oral argument, based on the administrative record and on written briefs submitted by the parties. However, an oral argument may be scheduled, on motion by any party or at the Board's initiative, where the Board decides that it will assist in decision making.
Oral arguments are open to the public.
The EAB issues formal written opinions in selected cases. The first three volumes of the E.A.D. contain 300 selected pre-Board decisions issued between 1972 and 1992. Volume 4 contains EAB decisions issued from March 1992 to December 1993. The full text of all formal EAB opinions may be viewed and printed from this page EAB Formal Opinions Since 1992 . Individual copies of pre-EAB and EAB decisions may be obtained from the Clerk of the Board.