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

Tennessee HB2043 prevents certain agency rules from automatically expiring on June 30, 2026. Instead, rules filed after January 1, 2025, will stay in effect until they are either changed or repealed by the agency or by new legislation. This provides more stability for the rules that govern state agencies.

Supporters of HB2043 argue that the bill ensures continuity and stability in state regulations, allowing agencies to operate without the disruption of automatic rule expirations. They believe this will lead to more efficient governance and better service delivery to the public.

Critics of HB2043 contend that the bill could lead to outdated regulations remaining in effect longer than necessary, potentially stifling innovation and responsiveness to changing needs. They worry that it may reduce accountability and oversight of agency rules, allowing them to persist without proper review.

The analysis of HB2043, sponsored by Representative Justin Lafferty, indicates a low risk of conflict of interest based on his personal financial interests. The bill pertains to the extension of the expiration of certain agency rules, which primarily affects government operations and politics, with legislative subjects in insurance and consumer credit. Representative Lafferty's financial interests are in the real estate sector, including self-employment in real estate and rental income. There is no direct connection between his real estate interests and the legislative subjects of insurance and consumer credit, nor does the bill appear to have any direct impact on the real estate industry. As such, there is no evidence to suggest that Representative Lafferty would gain personal financial benefit from the enactment of this bill.

Unlike federal analysis based on campaign donations, state analysis examines legislators' personal financial interests — their jobs, businesses, and investments.

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