California AB2366 amends the Administrative Procedure Act to require state agencies to assess cost-of-living impacts on residents when proposing new.

California AB2366 amends the Administrative Procedure Act to mandate that state agencies assess the cost-of-living impacts on residents when proposing new or amended regulations. This includes evaluating the potential increase in costs for essentials such as housing, transportation, food, taxes, and healthcare. The Legislative Analyst’s Office must review these assessments and provide feedback. If significant cost-of-living impacts are identified, the office can require the agency to revise the regulation.

California AB2366 amends the Administrative Procedure Act to require state agencies to assess cost-of-living impacts on residents when proposing new.

California AB2366 amends the Administrative Procedure Act to mandate that state agencies assess the cost-of-living impacts on residents when proposing new or amended regulations. This includes evaluating the potential increase in costs for essentials such as housing, transportation, food, taxes, and healthcare. The Legislative Analyst’s Office must review these assessments and provide feedback. If significant cost-of-living impacts are identified, the office can require the agency to revise the regulation.