No. 36794 (5-year Review): Rule R641-108. Conduct of Hearings

DAR File No.: 36794
Filed: 09/18/2012 03:34:06 PM

NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION

Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:

This rule is authorized under Subsection 40-6-10(1) which requires the Board to enact rules governing its practice and procedure that are not inconsistent with the Administrative Procedures Act.

Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:

Western Energy Alliance expressed support for the renewal in July 2012.

Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:

This rule should be continued so that the rules for practice and procedure for proceedings before the Board of Oil, Gas and Mining remain in place for use by petitioners, respondents, the Board, and other parties.

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Natural Resources
Oil, Gas and Mining BoardRoom 1210
1594 W NORTH TEMPLE
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84116-3154

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

• Steve Schneider at the above address, by phone at 801-538-5328, by FAX at 801-359-3940, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

Authorized by:

John Baza, Director

Effective:

09/18/2012

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