Bill > S4373

This bill establishes a Commission on Efficiency and Regulatory Review within the Office of Administrative Law to systematically review and assess the economic impacts of state executive orders, rules, and regulations. The commission will consist of 13 members, including one public member appointed by the Governor and 12 ex officio members representing various state agencies and legislative leadership. The commission's primary responsibilities include reviewing proposed and existing rules to determine their potential economic effects, soliciting public comments, evaluating regulatory burdens on businesses and local governments, and making recommendations for amending, rescinding, or repealing regulations that are deemed unduly burdensome. The commission will conduct at least two public hearings annually in different regions of the state and submit an annual report to the Governor and Legislature detailing its activities and recommendations. The bill also makes several technical amendments to existing administrative procedure laws, such as modifying rule-making notice requirements, extending rule expiration timelines, and adding provisions for agencies to make substantial changes to proposed rules. These changes aim to improve transparency, efficiency, and public engagement in the state's regulatory process, with the ultimate goal of reducing unnecessary regulatory burdens on businesses, workers, and local governments.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S4373