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Senate committee hears bill to force disclosure when state agencies use model rules from outside groups
Summary
Sponsors told the Senate General Government Committee that Senate Bill 268 would require agencies to disclose when rules originate from model language drafted by nongovernmental organizations, expand public notice, mandate advisory committees and strengthen periodic rule review.
Senate sponsors presented Senate Bill 268 to the Senate General Government Committee as a measure to increase transparency when state agencies adopt administrative rules based on model language created by outside, nongovernmental organizations.
Supporters argued model-rule drafting by private organizations can shape how laws are implemented without adequate public notice. The sponsor told the committee SB 268 would require agencies to file an annual…
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