(1) It considers necessary to govern the establishment, operation, screening, fencing, and maintenance of any junkyard, automotive dismantler and recycler facility, or scrap metal processing facility that is required to be licensed under this subtitle; and

(2) Consistent with the national standards adopted by the United States Secretary of Transportation under Title 23 of the United States Code, are necessary for the safety, welfare, and enjoyment of the traveling public.

(b) (1) Before a rule or regulation may be adopted under this subtitle, notice of a public hearing on the rule or regulation shall be published once a week for 2 successive weeks in at least two newspapers of general circulation in this State. The notice shall specify a time and place for the public hearing.

(2) After the hearing, the Administration may adopt the proposed rule or regulation.