The ALJ may require the parties to file
 post-hearing briefs. The ALJ shall fix the time
 for filing such briefs, not to exceed 60 days from
 the date the parties receive the transcript of the
 hearing or, if applicable, the stipulated record.
 Such briefs may be accompanied by proposed
 findings of fact and conclusions of law. The ALJ
 may permit the parties to file reply briefs.