The bill amends Section 42-35-4.1 of the General Laws in Chapter 42-35, which pertains to administrative procedures, by implementing a confirmation and attestation system for agencies to verify the effectiveness of their rules and regulations. Agencies are required to file an electronic notice with the Secretary of State on the first Tuesday in January of every fifth year, attesting that all their lawfully adopted rules are in force and have been reviewed. This new process replaces the previous requirement for agencies to provide a list of rules and includes a stipulation that any rulemaking activities must still adhere to the established rulemaking process.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new Section 42-35-4.2, which repeals the previous requirement for periodic refiling of rules and regulations every five years. The changes aim to streamline the administrative process by eliminating unnecessary refiling while ensuring that agencies confirm the ongoing effectiveness of their regulations. The act will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
8297: 42-35-4.1, 42-35-4.2