HB 2395 - DIGEST

     Provides that, until March 30, 2002, no state agency may propose or adopt any rule or engage in any programmatic activity, other than normal contract negotiations, that will create new costs for a local government.

     Provides that, until March 30, 2002, before any state agency proposes or adopts a rule or engages in any programmatic activity, other than normal contract negotiations, the state agency shall assess whether the rule or activity would create any new costs for a local government.  Until March 30, 2002, a state agency shall issue a finding that a rule or activity does not create any new costs for a local government before proceeding with the rule or programmatic activity.