What Step Comes Directly Prior to Public Comment in the Rulemaking

question 3

Multiple Choice

What step comes directly prior to public comment in the rulemaking process?

• A) judicial challenges
• B) proposed rule publication
• C) public comment
• D) enabling statute

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