An Act to repeal 227.26 (4) (title) and 227.26 (4) (a); to renumber 227.29 (1) (b) to (e); to renumber and amend 227.111 (1), 227.111 (2), 227.26 (4) (b), 227.26 (4) (c), 227.29 (1) (intro.), 227.29 (1) (a), 227.29 (2) and 227.29 (3); to amend 35.93 (2) (b) 3. gm., 227.135 (2) and 227.29 (4) (c) 2.; to create 35.93 (2) (b) 7., 227.111 (1) (a), 227.111 (2) (a), 227.263 (title), 227.29 (1c) (intro.), 227.29 (1g) (b) and 227.29 (1g) (d) of the statutes; Relating to: review by state agencies of administrative rules and enactments; an expedited process for repealing rules an agency no longer has the authority to promulgate; and the rule-making authority of certain agencies. (FE)
Impact
The implementation of SB981 is expected to significantly impact the way state agencies operate regarding their regulatory authority. Specifically, it will create clearer guidelines for the review of rules to ensure they remain relevant and within the scope of the agencies' powers. This change seeks to prevent the clutter of outdated regulations and allow for a more agile governance structure that can respond to the needs of the population and businesses in a timely manner.
Summary
SB981 focuses on the review and management of administrative rules and enactments by state agencies. The bill aims to establish an expedited process for repealing regulations that an agency no longer has the authority to promulgate, thus streamlining the rule-making process. By facilitating a more efficient means of evaluating existing rules, proponents of the bill argue that it will enhance governmental accountability and improve the regulatory landscape.
Contention
However, the bill is not without controversy. Opponents express concerns that an expedited repeal process could lead to the abrupt elimination of rules that protect public interests, especially in areas such as health and environmental protection. Critics argue that without adequate safeguards, this could diminish oversight and lead to potential abuses of regulatory power, where necessary regulations might be undermined under the guise of efficiency.
Crossfiled
An Act to repeal 227.26 (4) (title) and 227.26 (4) (a); to renumber 227.29 (1) (b) to (e); to renumber and amend 227.111 (1), 227.111 (2), 227.26 (4) (b), 227.26 (4) (c), 227.29 (1) (intro.), 227.29 (1) (a), 227.29 (2) and 227.29 (3); to amend 35.93 (2) (b) 3. gm., 227.135 (2) and 227.29 (4) (c) 2.; to create 35.93 (2) (b) 7., 227.111 (1) (a), 227.111 (2) (a), 227.263 (title), 227.29 (1c) (intro.), 227.29 (1g) (b) and 227.29 (1g) (d) of the statutes; Relating to: review by state agencies of administrative rules and enactments; an expedited process for repealing rules an agency no longer has the authority to promulgate; and the rule-making authority of certain agencies. (FE)