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David Obey: the CRS memo states that the general rule requiring publication of a final rule not less than 30 days before its…

On the recordSeptember 9, 2004
the CRS memo states that the general rule requiring publication of a final rule not less than 30 days before its effective date may likewise be voided ``as otherwise provided by the agency for good cause found and published with the rule.'' That means that they can reinstitute those rules on their own volition in 1 day.
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David Obey
Wisconsin

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Discussing the implications of a CRS memo regarding rule publication timelines.

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