(a) The presiding officer at a rule-making hearing shall have control of the proceedings including the following:
- (1) the recognition of speakers;
- (2) the time allotment for presentations and extension of any time allotments; and
- (3) the management of the hearing.
- (b) The presiding officer at all times shall ensure that each person participating in the hearing is given an equal opportunity to present views, data, and comments.
History Note: Authority G.S. 150B-21.2(e);
Eff. February 1, 1976;
Readopted Eff. February 8, 1978;
Amended Eff. May 1, 1989;
Readopted Eff. July 1, 2016.