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Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate2025-03-26

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Plain Language Summary

This bill requires state agency boards and commissions to obtain special approval votes before adopting expensive regulations. Rules projected to cost $1 million or more over five years require a two-thirds vote, while rules costing $10 million or more require unanimous approval (unless required by federal law, which only needs two-thirds approval). The bill also updates fiscal note requirements for agencies proposing rules with substantial economic impact.

Arguments in Favor

• •Supporters argue this bill prevents agencies from imposing costly regulations without careful consideration and broad agreement.
• •They contend it ensures major financial burdens on businesses and individuals receive proper oversight, makes regulatory processes more transparent, and gives decision-makers time to weigh costs against benefits before implementing expensive rules.

Arguments Against

• •Opponents argue this bill could slow necessary public health, safety, and environmental protections by making it harder to adopt regulations that benefit the public even if they cost businesses money.
• •They contend unanimous or two-thirds vote requirements could allow a minority to block rules most members support, and that focusing only on costs ignores benefits (like pollution reduction or worker safety) that regulations provide.