Agency Rules Scheduled To Expire Pursuant To The Provisions Of The Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, Compiled In Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 5

This bill ensures that certain agency rules that are set to expire on June 30, 2025, will remain in effect until they are either changed or removed by the agency or by new legislation. It applies to rules that are filed after January 1, 2024, and are currently active. This means that these rules won't automatically disappear in 2025, providing more stability for agencies and the public.

Supporters of the bill argue that it provides necessary continuity and stability for important regulations, preventing disruptions that could arise from sudden rule expirations. They believe this will allow agencies to operate more effectively and ensure that the public benefits from consistent regulatory oversight.

Critics contend that the bill undermines the intended checks and balances of the rulemaking process by allowing rules to persist indefinitely without proper review or accountability. They warn that this could lead to outdated or ineffective regulations remaining in place longer than necessary, potentially harming the public interest.

The bill HB0285 pertains to the extension of the expiration date for certain agency rules under the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act. The sponsor, Justin Lafferty, is a real estate professional and self-employed in the real estate industry. The bill's policy area is Government Operations and Politics, with legislative subjects including tort reform and building construction. There is no direct overlap between Lafferty's personal financial interests in real estate and the bill's focus on administrative procedures and agency rules. The bill does not specifically address real estate regulations or policies that would directly impact Lafferty's business interests. Therefore, the potential for personal financial gain from this legislation is minimal.

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