1. A. Objectives. The primary objectives of the Commissioner and the Board shall be to maintain a sound banking system, to encourage a competitive banking environment and to provide convenience to the public.
2. B. Comments or objections. Within twenty-one (21) days after first notice by publication as described in Section 306.1 of this title, any interested person may submit to the Commissioner written comments or objections to organization of the proposed bank, or a request for an opportunity to be heard. Any request for opportunity to be heard shall set forth reasons justifying the time and expense entailed by such hearing. In the absence of a request, the Commissioner may order a hearing to be held if the Commissioner determines that it is in the public interest.

Added by Laws 1982, SB 583, c. 204, § 8; Amended by Laws 1997, HB 2173, c. 111, § 26, emerg. eff. July 1, 1997 (superseded document available).