MA H3891

Requires legislative ratification by both the Senate and House of Representatives for any "major rule" to take effect, with automatic disapproval if the Legislature does not act within 90 days of submission

Defines "major rule" as any agency regulation with an estimated economic impact exceeding $1 million over five years that adversely affects economic growth, job creation, or businesses

Mandates agencies prepare an economic impact statement before proposing major rules, including cost estimates for businesses and analysis of alternative regulatory approaches

Allows emergency rules affecting public health, safety, or welfare to take effect immediately but requires submission to the Legislature for ratification within 30 days

Requires public hearings on proposed major rules, online publication of all economic impact statements and proposed rules, and annual agency reporting to the Legislature on rulemaking activity