# COMAR Title 16 — Department of Juvenile Services

## Subtitle 01 — General Provisions

### Chapter 03 — Adoption, Amendment, or Repeal of Regulations

#### Regulation .01 In General.

*COMAR 16.01.03.01*

A. Authority of Department. The Department may adopt, amend, or repeal regulations, on a regular or an emergency basis, as prescribed by the Administrative Procedure Act.

B. Notice and Opportunity for Comment. The Department shall:

  (1) Provide public notice of the proposed adoption, amendment, or repeal; and

  (2) Afford interested persons an opportunity to submit written data, views, or argument.

C. Hearing. The Department may hold a hearing on the proposed adoption, amendment, or repeal and afford interested persons the opportunity to:

  (1) Submit evidence; and

  (2) Make oral argument.