Automatic repeal of agency rules adopted after January 1, 2026, with a process for potential renewal.
This bill amends the Maine Administrative Procedure Act to establish a 5-year automatic repeal for any agency rule adopted or amended after January 1, 2026. Agencies can request renewal of these rules, which must include a cost-benefit analysis and be reviewed by the relevant legislative committee. The Secretary of State must notify the agency of the automatic repeal at least six months in advance.
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