Code of Federal Regulations Title 28. Judicial Administration § 28.24.306 Decision on application

(a) The applicant's status as a prevailing party;

(b) The applicant's qualification as a “party” under 5 U.S.C. 504(b) (1) (B);

(c) Whether the Department's position as a party to the proceeding was substantially justified;

(d) Whether special circumstances make an award unjust;

(e) Whether the applicant during the course of the proceedings engaged in conduct that unduly and unreasonably protracted the final resolution of the matter in controversy;  and

(f) The amounts, if any, awarded for fees and other expenses, with reasons for any difference between the amount requested and the amount awarded.