The bill proposes the repeal of section 536.031 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri and enacts a new section that establishes the "Code of State Regulations." This code will be published in a format determined by the secretary of state and will include the full text of all rules from state agencies that are in effect as of the publication date. The code is required to be updated at least monthly to reflect any new, amended, or rescinded rules. Additionally, it may include citations and annotations related to various legal interpretations and decisions affecting the published rules. Significantly, the new section allows state agencies to incorporate by reference certain federal rules, regulations, and guidelines without needing to publish the full text. Specifically, it includes provisions for Medicaid regulations to incorporate Medicare fee schedules and amendments to Medicaid reimbursement methodologies, as well as later additions or amendments to federal rules necessary for administering the Missouri Medicaid program. This change aims to streamline the regulatory process and ensure that state regulations remain aligned with federal standards.

Statutes affected:
Introduced (6752H.01): 536.031