8. In the event a state of emergency is declared that prevents employees of the commission and the division from performing their normal duties, the duration of the state of emergency shall not be included in the calculation of the time period required by any law, rule or regulation for:
a. Action by the Casino Control Commission or the Division of Gaming Enforcement on any pending application; and
b. The filing of any application or other required submission with the Casino Control Commission or the Division of Gaming Enforcement by any person.