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This bill requires legislative approval for any rules or regulations related to greenhouse gas emissions or the social cost of carbon created by various state departments, commissions, boards, and local authorities. Specifically, these rules will not be considered effective unless they are explicitly approved by the state legislature during its next legislative session. The bill applies to rules created by multiple entities, including the department of transportation (Title 61), public service commission (Title 69), environmental quality department (Title 75), and potentially other boards (Title 82). By mandating legislative review, the bill aims to provide additional oversight and control over climate-related regulatory actions, ensuring that such rules cannot be implemented without direct legislative consent. The proposed legislation represents a significant check on administrative rulemaking power, particularly in areas related to greenhouse gas regulation and carbon pricing, by requiring explicit legislative validation before such rules can take effect.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://bills.legmt.gov/#/laws/bill/2/LC2340