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On January 3, 2026, the Idaho Legislature passed the Administrative Rule Procedures Act, a comprehensive piece of legislation aimed at improving the transparency and efficiency of administrative rulemaking in the state.The act, which was signed into law by Governor John Smith, includes a number of significant changes to Idaho's current administrative rulemaking process. One of the key provisions of the act is the establishment of a centralized online portal for all administrative rules in the state. This portal will allow members of the public to easily access information about proposed rules, comment on them, and track their progress through the rulemaking process.In addition to the online portal, the act also creates new requirements for agencies to provide detailed explanations and justifications for proposed rules, as well as opportunities for public input and feedback before rules are finalized. These changes are designed to ensure that the rulemaking process is more transparent and accountable to the citizens of Idaho.Another important aspect of the act is the creation of an administrative rules oversight committee, which will be responsible for reviewing and approving all proposed rules before they are implemented. This committee will be composed of both legislators and members of the public, and will have the authority to reject any rule that does not comply with the requirements of the act.Overall, the Administrative Rule Procedures Act represents a significant step forward in improving the efficiency and effectiveness of administrative rulemaking in Idaho. By increasing transparency, accountability, and public participation in the rulemaking process, the act will help ensure that regulations are based on sound reasoning and input from all stakeholders.