The bill amends the Administrative Procedures Act of 1969 by updating the process for agencies to request rule-making. It mandates that agencies electronically file their requests with the Michigan office of administrative hearings and rules, replacing the previous requirement to file with the office of regulatory reinvention. The request must now include a list of existing rules that will be rescinded for each new rule proposed, with a minimum requirement of two existing rules to be rescinded for every new rule. Additionally, the bill specifies that the Michigan office of administrative hearings and rules must approve the request for rule-making only if it complies with the new rescission requirement.

Furthermore, the bill enhances transparency by requiring the Michigan office of administrative hearings and rules to record all requests for rule-making online and provide electronic or paper copies of approved requests to the public. It also stipulates that the office must issue a written or electronic response to each request, addressing whether it has the necessary policy and legal bases for approval. The bill ensures that the committee receives timely updates on all requests for rule-making, including those that are approved or denied, thereby improving oversight and communication regarding rule-making activities.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 24.239
As Passed by the House: 24.239