COMMENT LETTER ON PROPOSED RULE
[RULE TITLE]
[AGENCY NAME]
Introduction
Submitter: [NAME/ORG], [INTEREST/ROLE].
We appreciate the opportunity to comment on the above-referenced notice of proposed rulemaking pursuant to the Alaska Administrative Procedure Act, AS 44.62.010 et seq.
Summary of Requests
1) [Requested change #1].
2) [Requested change #2].
3) [Requested change #3].
(Include targeted asks; number them clearly.)
Rationale and Supporting Analysis
- Issue 1: [Describe concern], cite rule text page/section.
- Recommendation: [Proposed alternative language/approach].
- Support: [Data, legal authority, operational impact].
- Issue 2: [Describe concern], cite rule text page/section.
- Recommendation: [Proposed change].
- Support: [Data/legal/economic].
- Issue 3: [Optional additional issues].
Proposed Redlines (if providing text)
text
[INSERT SPECIFIC TEXT CHANGES OR ADDITIONS]
Impacts
- Economic/operational: [Summarize cost/benefit; who is affected].
- Compliance/clarity: [Explain how recommendation improves clarity or reduces burden].
- Public interest/health/safety: [Relevant impacts].
Alaska-Specific Considerations
- Under AS 44.62.190, agencies must provide at least 30 days' notice before adopting regulations.
- Comments should be submitted during the public comment period as published in the Alaska Administrative Register.
- The Department of Law reviews proposed regulations for legal sufficiency.
- The Lieutenant Governor's Office files adopted regulations.
Conclusion
We respectfully request the agency adopt the recommendations above and incorporate the proposed text. We are available for follow-up or technical assistance.
[// GUIDANCE: For Alaska rulemaking, verify publication in the Alaska Administrative Register and submit comments to the designated agency contact before the comment deadline.]
Date: [DATE]
[NAME/TITLE]
[ORGANIZATION]
[ADDRESS / EMAIL / PHONE]