The [New York] Department of State is responsible for producing the weekly New York State Register, which plays a central role in the rule making process. The Register contains rule making notices, including those pertaining to newly proposed rules and proposed changes to existing rules. Included in a “Notice of Proposed Rule Making” are the full text of the rule, or a summary if the text is over 2,000 words; the time, date and location of any public hearing(s); and the name and address of the agency contact person to whom comments may be addressed. Publication of this notice initiates the public comment period.
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