Michigan HB4160 amends administrative procedure rules to prohibit state agencies from adopting rules more stringent than federal regulations without.

Michigan HB4160 amends sections 32 and 45 of the 1969 Michigan Administrative Procedures Act. It prohibits state agencies from adopting rules more stringent than federal regulations unless specifically authorized by state statute or if the director determines there is economic harm and no adverse impact on competition. The bill requires agencies to provide detailed regulatory impact statements, including cost analyses and public interest considerations, when proposing such rules.

Michigan HB4160 amends administrative procedure rules to prohibit state agencies from adopting rules more stringent than federal regulations without.

Michigan HB4160 amends sections 32 and 45 of the 1969 Michigan Administrative Procedures Act. It prohibits state agencies from adopting rules more stringent than federal regulations unless specifically authorized by state statute or if the director determines there is economic harm and no adverse impact on competition. The bill requires agencies to provide detailed regulatory impact statements, including cost analyses and public interest considerations, when proposing such rules.