ODHS Rulemaking

Rulemaking is a process for developing and issuing rules (rules are also referred to as “regulations”). The process can lead to the issuance of a new rule, an amendment to an existing rule or the repeal of an existing rule.

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Steps in the rulemaking process

Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: ODHS publishes a notice that explains the proposed rule and asks for public comments.
Comment Period: The public has a set amount of time to submit written comments.
Consideration: ODHS considers all comments and may decide to change the proposed rule based on the feedback.
Final Adoption: The agency adopts the final rule.

Additional resources

Secretary of State: Administrative Rules
Database of current rules, filings and bulletins.

Oregon Transparency: Administrative Rules
Multi-agency resource designed to help you learn more about state government.

Contact

Julia Larson, Administrative Rules Manager

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