SECTION 5:2-3-5. Adoption, amendment, or repeal of rule

(a)   In addition to the powers of the Board to adopt, amend, or repeal a rule, any person who is not a member of the Board may ask the Board to promulgate, amend, or repeal a rule.

(b)   Such request shall be in writing and filed with the Board. The request shall fully set forth:

(1)   the reasons for its submission;

(2)   the alleged need or necessity for the requested change;

(3)   whether the proposal conflicts with any existing rule; and

(4)   what statutory provisions, if any, are involved.

(c)   Such request shall be considered by the Board. If the Board approves further consideration of the proposed change, notice will be given that such proposal will be formally considered for adoption.

(d)   In the event the Board initially determines that the proposal or request should not receive further consideration, the decision shall be reflected in the minutes of the Board. Notification of the action taken by the Board shall be sent to the person requesting the change.

[Source: Added as 5:1-3-5 at 25 Ok Reg 1499, eff 4-17-08 (emergency);; Added at 26 Ok Reg 1795, eff 7-15-09]