Administrative procedure: rules; adoption of rules by state agencies more stringent than federal regulations; prohibit. Amends secs. 32 & 45 of 1969 PA 306 (MCL 24.232 & 24.245).
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Overview
This bill restricts state agencies from adopting rules that are more stringent than federal regulations. It requires agencies to demonstrate a ‘clear and convincing need’ to exceed federal standards and mandates a detailed regulatory impact statement, including a small business impact statement, when proposing new rules. The bill also establishes a process for legislative review and certification of proposed rules before they are finalized.
Key provisions
- Agencies cannot adopt rules stricter than federal regulations without justification.
- Requires a ‘clear and convincing need’ to exceed federal standards.
- Mandates a detailed regulatory impact statement, including a small business impact statement.
- Establishes a process for legislative review and certification of proposed rules.
- Requires electronic submission of proposed rules to the legislative service bureau.
- Specifies requirements for agency reports and transmittal of information to the legislature.
- Outlines a process for agencies to involve small businesses in rule development.
- Details the information that must be included in the regulatory impact statement.
Who is affected
- State Agencies
- Businesses
- Small Businesses
- The Public
- Legislative Committees
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