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Read. Follow. Verify.New Jersey requires state agencies to file advance notice for major rules costing over $10 million
Last action · October 29, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Oversight, Reform and Federal Relations CommitteeSponsors: Maureen Rowan and 2 others
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What This Bill Would Do
State agencies would be required to file a notice of intent with the Office of Administrative Law before proposing any that exceeds $10 million in compliance costs or disrupts local government operations. This pre-rulemaking requirement takes effect 30 days following enactment.
The measure establishes a mandatory early review phase for high-impact regulations, altering the timeline and public engagement process for state agency rulemakings.
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
State agencies
State agencies must file a notice of intent with the Office of Administrative Law prior to proposing major rules.
Local governments
Local governments are affected by proposed rules categorized as major rules due to potential operational disruptions.
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Votes, people, money & the original sourceWhere This Stands
Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Procedural history
1 action- Oct 29, 2026HouseIntroducedIntroduced, Referred to Assembly Oversight, Reform and Federal Relations Committee
Version history
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