The petition shall be filed with the Secretary to the Board for the Board's consideration and disposition. The Board shall consider the petition and may, in its discretion, issue the declaratory ruling requested. The Secretary to the Board shall notify the petitioner in writing of whatever action the Board may decide to take, stating the reasons for its decision. A written answer from the Secretary to the Board to an inquiry may not be construed to be a declaratory ruling unless made in conformity with this regulation.
Md. Code Regs. 23.01.01.03