Within 60 days after the expiration of the period provided for the submission of written data, views, and arguments on a proposed rule on which no hearing is held, or within 60 days after the certification of the record of a hearing, the commissioner shall publish in the State Register either an appropriate rule adopting, modifying, or revoking a standard, or a determination that the rule should not be issued. The action of the commissioner shall be taken after consideration of all relevant matter presented in written submissions and in any hearings held under parts 5210.0020 to 5210.0100.
A determination that a rule should not be issued on the basis of existing relevant matter may be accompanied by an invitation for the submission of additional data, views, or arguments from interested persons on the issue or issues involved. An appropriate rule or other determination shall be made within 60 days following the end of the period allowed for the submission of the additional comments.
Any rule or standard adopted under subparts 1 and 2 shall incorporate a concise general statement of its basis and purpose. Although the statement is not required to include specific and detailed findings and conclusions, it shall show the significant issues which have been faced, and shall articulate the rationale for their solution.
Minn. R. agency 151, ch. 5210, ADOPTION OF STANDARDS, pt. 5210.0100
Statutory Authority: MS s 182.657