35 Miss. Code. R. 1-01-408
The Commissioner, at his discretion, may hold an oral proceeding prior to the final adoption of a proposed rule or amended rule. An oral proceeding may be demanded by a political subdivision, department, or ten (10) or more persons if the Commissioner does not provide a time for an oral proceeding on the proposed rule or amendment. Public comments will be accepted at the hearing as provided in this section. Written comments received or comments made at the hearing are not required to be incorporated into the final rule but will be considered by the Commissioner in drafting the final rule or rule amendment. The Commissioner may designate an officer to preside over the hearing on the proposed new or amended rule and to document attendance and comments made. The presiding officer will be an employee of the Department.
35 Miss. Code. R. 1-01-408