Office of Regulatory Counsel.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill establishes the Office of Regulatory Counsel within the Governor’s office to assist state agencies in drafting and reviewing regulations. The office would be overseen by a director appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate. It would focus on ensuring regulations are clear, consistent, and comply with rulemaking procedures. The office’s existence is temporary, set to expire on January 1, 2035.
Key provisions
- Establishes the Office of Regulatory Counsel within the Governor’s office.
- Requires the office to draft and assist with the preparation of regulations for state agencies.
- Directs the office to work with the Office of Administrative Law.
- Specifies the director’s appointment process, including Senate confirmation.
- Sets a temporary expiration date for the office (January 1, 2035).
- Defines key terms related to the office and regulations.
- Requires the office to ensure regulations are clear and consistent.
- States that costs will be absorbed from existing state resources.
Who is affected
- State Agencies
- Governor’s Office
- Office of Administrative Law
- Legislature
- Executive Branch
Notable changes
- Creates a new office within the Governor’s office dedicated to regulatory drafting.
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