All interested personsoragencies of the State or of a political subdivision of the State shall be afforded an opportunity to submit evidence or arguments which are relevant. In addition, or in lieu thereof, persons or agencies may also file with the commission within fifteen days following the close of public hearing a written protest or other comments or recommendation in support of or in opposition to the proposed rulemaking. Written protest, comments, recommendation, or replies will not be accepted unless an original and ten copies are filed. The period for filing written protests, comments, or recommendations may be extended by the presiding officer for good cause.
Haw. Code R. § 23-603-6