Bill > SF0127

This bill establishes a comprehensive process for legislative review of major administrative rules in Wyoming, requiring the Legislative Service Office (LSO) to conduct a detailed regulatory impact analysis for rules that could significantly affect the state's economy or business environment. Specifically, a "major rule" is defined as one that would result in economic impacts of at least $1 million or cause significant adverse effects on competition, employment, or innovation. The LSO must complete a thorough analysis within 50 days of a rule's submission, which includes examining the rule's need, statutory authority, alternative options, and a comprehensive cost-benefit assessment covering direct and indirect economic impacts, compliance costs, state revenue effects, and opportunity costs. The bill also empowers legislators to potentially introduce legislation to prohibit the implementation of a major rule after reviewing the LSO's analysis. To support this new oversight mechanism, the bill appropriates $400,000 to hire up to two full-time employees at the LSO and mandates a interim study in 2025 to further refine the legislative rule review process. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2026, giving state agencies and the legislature time to prepare for the new administrative rule review requirements.

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https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2025/SF0127