COMMENT LETTER ON PROPOSED REGULATION
[REGULATION 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 Connecticut Uniform Administrative Procedure Act, Conn. Gen. Stat. Section 4-166 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].
Connecticut-Specific Procedural Notes
- Under Conn. Gen. Stat. Section 4-168, agencies must provide notice and opportunity for public comment before adopting regulations.
- Comments must be submitted during the public comment period as specified in the Connecticut Law Journal notice.
- The agency must consider all timely submitted comments and may hold public hearings.
- Proposed regulations must be reviewed by the Legislative Regulation Review Committee before final adoption.
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 Connecticut rulemaking, check the Connecticut Law Journal for the notice publication date and comment deadline. Follow agency submission instructions for format and service.]
Date: [DATE]
[NAME/TITLE]
[ORGANIZATION]
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