The bill amends Section 42-35-4 of the General Laws in Chapter 42-35, which pertains to "Administrative Procedures." It introduces new requirements for the filing and effectiveness of final rules by agencies. Specifically, the bill stipulates that no rule can become final unless it is approved by the General Assembly after the agency's last rulemaking action and prior to its filing with the Secretary of State, with a deadline for approval set no later than December 31 of the year the rule is promulgated.

The bill also maintains that the Secretary of State has the authority to make minor nonsubstantive corrections to proposed or final rules. Additionally, it requires agencies to provide a copy of each certified final rule to all members of the General Assembly via electronic mail within 20 days of filing. The act is set to take effect upon passage, emphasizing the importance of legislative oversight in the rulemaking process.

Statutes affected:
2400: 42-35-4