The bill aims to streamline state agency publications by eliminating or modifying those that are outdated, duplicative, or excessive. Key amendments include the requirement for the commissioner to publish a list of all brands and marks in a downloadable format on the department's website, rather than in physical book form. Additionally, the bill mandates that state agencies compile a list of their publications every ten years, highlighting those that could be improved or consolidated, and submit this list to the governor and legislature. The governor is also required to submit a bill every ten years to address the identified publications.

Several provisions are removed, including the requirement for annual reports on various topics, such as the use of waterfowl conservation tag fees and the condition of funds managed by the commissioner of revenue. The bill also eliminates the need for the Department of Natural Resources to report annually to the legislature on identified rights-of-way and removes specific reporting requirements for the Department of Health and Social Services regarding employee recruitment and retention. Overall, the bill seeks to reduce unnecessary reporting and publication requirements, thereby enhancing efficiency within state agencies.

Statutes affected:
SB0177A, AM SB 177, introduced 04/22/2025: 03.40.090, 14.42.035, 16.05.130, 18.67.170, 19.30.400, 33.30.017, 37.13.170, 37.13.020, 37.14.720, 37.14.700, 37.14.740, 37.10.071, 38.05.180, 44.99.220, 37.07.020, 47.07.039, 47.14.112