(2) Each applicant must present all information required by the commission in the RFA-2 application truthfully, fully and under oath; however, unless otherwise required by the commission, RFA-2 administrative proceedings pursuant to 205 CMR 118.01 through 118.06 shall:

1. (a) involve public hearings that are not adversarial in nature;
2. (b) involve no specific charges, legal right or privilege;
3. (c) provide no opportunity for cross-examination of witnesses under oath in a hearing;
4. (d) afford the opportunity for public comments including unsworn statements and letters of support, opposition or concern by persons advocating for or against the application; and
5. (e) involve a final decision to grant or deny a gaming license that rests at all times within the discretion of the commission.