Missouri § 135.970 - Rulemaking authority.
Full text of Missouri Revised Statutes of Missouri § 135.970 — Rulemaking authority., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 135.970. Rulemaking authority.
The department may adopt such rules, statements of policy, procedures, forms, and guidelines as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of sections 135.950 to 135.970. Any rule or portion of a rule, as that term is defined in section 536.010, that is created under the authority delegated in this section shall become effective only if it complies with and is subject to all of the provisions of chapter 536 and, if applicable, section 536.028. This section and chapter 536 are nonseverable and if any of the powers vested with the general assembly pursuant to chapter 536 to review, to delay the effective date, or to disapprove and annul a rule are subsequently held unconstitutional, then the grant of rulemaking authority and any rule proposed or adopted after August 28, 2004, shall be invalid and void.
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(L. 2004 S.B. 1155 § 135.1075)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Missouri § 135.970
What does Revised Statutes of Missouri § 135.970 cover?
Section 135.970 ("Rulemaking authority.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, the codified statutory law of Missouri. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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