Administrative Procedure Act: major regulations.
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Economic Development, Growth, & Household Impact
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill changes how California state agencies assess the economic impact of proposed regulations. Specifically, it requires agencies to consider and include any potential benefits, savings, or indirect impacts alongside potential costs when determining if a regulation will have a significant economic effect on businesses and individuals. The bill clarifies the definition of a ‘major regulation’ and mandates a standardized regulatory impact analysis that includes job creation or elimination and competitive effects. It aims to provide a more comprehensive picture of the potential consequences of new or revised regulations.
Key provisions
- Requires agencies to identify and calculate offsetting benefits, impacts, or savings when estimating the economic impact of regulations.
- Defines ‘major regulation’ as one with an estimated economic impact exceeding $50,000,000.
- Mandates the use of a standardized regulatory impact analysis prepared by the Department of Finance.
- Requires the analysis to address job creation/elimination and competitive effects.
- Applies to regulations subject to review by the Office of Administrative Law.
- Specifically amends Section 11342.548 of the Government Code.
Who is affected
- California businesses
- California individuals
- State agencies
- The Office of Administrative Law
- The Department of Finance
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