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SB 1024

Administrative rules; removing expedited rule repeal exception; approval prior to proceeding with rulemaking process; impact statement; requirements. Effective date. Emergency.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Micheal Bergstrom and 1 co-sponsor

Oklahoma law now requires legislative approval before agencies create new rules and eliminates expedited repeal procedures, increasing legislative control over state regulation.

Approved by Governor 05/21/2025
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Bill Summary · SB 1024

Legislative bill overview

SB 1024 modifies Oklahoma's administrative rulemaking process by eliminating an expedited rule repeal exception and requiring legislative approval before state agencies can proceed with new rulemaking. The bill mandates that agencies provide detailed impact statements and obtain prior authorization before implementing administrative rules.

Why is this important

This legislation significantly increases legislative oversight of executive branch regulatory activity, potentially slowing the rulemaking process and shifting power from agencies to the legislature. It could affect how quickly state government responds to emerging issues, implements federal requirements, or adjusts existing regulations—impacting both business operations and public services.

Potential points of contention

  • Speed vs. Oversight: Requiring pre-approval may delay necessary regulatory updates, including those needed to comply with federal law or address public health/safety issues, versus the legislative interest in preventing regulatory overreach
  • Agency Efficiency: State agencies argue advance approval requirements add bureaucratic complexity and reduce their ability to adapt rules promptly to changing conditions; legislators counter this prevents agencies from creating rules without public input
  • Impact Statement Standards: Disputes likely over what constitutes adequate impact analysis, who defines "significant" effects, and whether cost-benefit requirements sufficiently protect regulated industries or unnecessarily burden rulemaking

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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