This bill amends Minnesota's administrative procedure laws by requiring legislative approval and the governor's signature for proposed rules to become effective. Specifically, it introduces a new section, [14.1265] LEGISLATIVE AUTHORITY OVER RULE ADOPTION, which stipulates that a proposed rule is not effective until it is ratified by the legislature and signed by the governor within one year of its publication in the State Register. The bill also includes provisions for emergency rules, stating that the ratification process does not apply to rules adopted by executive order under section 12.22. Additionally, it mandates that a notice of ratification must be published in the State Register within five days of the ratification. Furthermore, the bill amends existing statutes, specifically Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 14.18 and 14.38, to replace the term adoption with ratification, thereby aligning the language with the new requirements for rule effectiveness. These amendments clarify that rules will have the force and effect of law five working days after their notice of ratification, unless a different date is specified by statute or within the rule itself. Overall, the bill aims to enhance legislative oversight over the rule-making process in Minnesota.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 14.18, 14.38