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Frequently Asked Questions About Rulemaking

(Last updated April 2, 2025)

Many agencies of Maine State government are at times authorized or required by law to adopt rules to implement State laws and policies. This Frequently Asked Questions page provides answers to common questions about State agency rulemaking.

For the purposes of this FAQ page, unless the context implies otherwise, the word “create” means to promulgate, amend, repeal and replace, or repeal a rule.

Special Notice on the Fee Chapters of Certain Boards

The following special notice was requested by the Staff Attorney of the Office of Licensing and Registration, Department of Professional and Financial Regulation:

"Pursuant to 10 MRSA § 8003(2-A)(D), the fees contained in this chapter are superseded by the fees established in Chapter 10 of the rules of the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation, Office of Licensing and Registration."

Rulemaking Notices Prior to Last Year

PUBLIC INPUT FOR RULES: A list of state agency rule proposals is published here each Wednesday. You can get a copy of a proposed rule by contacting the person listed in the notice. You can comment on a proposed rule by submitting a written comment to the agency or by attending the public hearing, if one is scheduled. If no hearing is scheduled, you can request one. The agency must hold a hearing if it receives 5 or more requests. If you have a disability and need assistance to participate in a hearing you should tell the agency at least 7 days before the hearing.

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