An appellant, either himself or through a representative, may request a fair hearing by giving a clear statement, oral or written, to any member of the State WIC Staff or delegate agency, that he desires an opportunity to present for review any matter which is the proper subject of a fair hearing as provided in Regulation .02, of this chapter. The statement shall be forwarded immediately to the hearing officer. The State WIC staff or delegate agency to whom a request for a hearing is made shall assist the appellant in submitting and processing the request.
Md. Code Regs. 10.01.06.04