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SF 1438

Proposed Administrative rules cost-benefit analysis requirement provision, certain rules adoption prohibition provision, and requiring notice to the legislature upon the adoption of certain rules

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Andrew Lang and 1 co-sponsor

Requires cost-benefit analyses for administrative rules in Minnesota, shaping rulemaking by weighing impacts before adoption.

Chief author added Rasmusson
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Bill Summary · SF 1438

Summary of SF 1438 (Minnesota)

Overview

SF 1438 is a Minnesota Senate bill introduced on February 17, 2025 and referred to the State and Local Government committee. The bill’s title indicates three core aims: (1) requiring a cost-benefit analysis for administrative rules, (2) prohibiting the adoption of certain rules, and (3) requiring notice to the Legislature upon the adoption of certain rules. A House companion is HF 936.

Key Provisions (as indicated by the title)

  • Administrative rules cost-benefit analysis requirement
    The bill would mandate that administrative rules undergo a cost-benefit analysis (or equivalent evaluation) as part of the rulemaking process. This implies an assessment of potential economic, fiscal, and other impacts before rules are adopted.

  • Prohibition on adoption of certain rules
    The bill would prohibit the adoption of some rules unless specified conditions are met (likely tied to the required analysis). The exact criteria, scope, and exemptions are not detailed in the provided information.

  • Notice to the Legislature upon adoption of certain rules
    The bill would require state agencies to provide notice to the Legislature when certain rules are adopted, enhancing legislative oversight over rulemaking activity.

Note: The precise definitions—such as which rules are subject to the analysis, what thresholds apply, timing for the analysis and notice, and any exemptions—are not stated in the summary provided and will be defined in the bill’s text.

Scope and Affected Parties

  • Primarily Minnesota state agencies that develop and adopt administrative rules.
  • The Legislature, which would receive formal notices for certain rule adoptions.
  • The general public could be affected indirectly through changes in the transparency and efficiency of rulemaking.

Legislative Timeline and Process

  • Introduced: February 17, 2025
  • First Reading: February 17, 2025
  • Referred to: State and Local Government
  • House companion: HF 936

Potential Implications

  • Governance and Oversight: Increased legislative oversight of rulemaking and potential alignment with broader fiscal or economic goals.
  • Administrative Burden: Agencies may face additional workload to conduct analyses and prepare notices, potentially affecting timelines for rule adoption.
  • Transparency: Public and legislative visibility into the impacts of new rules could improve.

Next Steps

  • Review the full text of SF 1438 (and HF 936) to understand precise definitions, thresholds, timelines, and any exemptions.
  • Track committee hearings in the Senate State and Local Government committee for amendments and testimony.
  • Compare with the companion HF 936 for aligned provisions and House floor status.

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

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