Pub. 1 2021 Issue 2

12 We’l l also be holding l istening sessions over the next several months throughout the state. Q: Where does the committee currently stand on the work to be done? A: Right now, each agency is developing a customized plan to implement regulatory reform within their individual state agency. They are reviewing their regulatory framework and identifying rules that are burdensome and outdated for recommendation to the governor. Q: What will happen after the committee issues its report? A: By Dec. 31, 2021, we will have an inventory of rules and statutes ripe for regulatory reform by Governor Gianforte. We’ll begin the rulemaking process in February 2022. Q: This article is for Montana’s auto dealer industry. How will the council’s work benefit them? A: Through regulatory reform, we will streamline permit processes, reduce errors, improve response time, and reduce the number of regulations hamstringing Montana’s auto dealers. Q: Who are the other beneficiaries of regulatory reform? A: With 4.7 million words in the Administrative Rules of Montana, burdensome regulations affect every Montanan. All Montana farmers, ranchers, businesses, and consumers will benefit from a better regulatory framework. The governor’s regulatory reform will help grow Montana’s economy and bring good-paying jobs to Montana. Q: One year seems like a very short time to solve such a large problem. Will the committee be able to complete its work by Dec. 31, 2021? If not, is an extension realistic? A: This is a marathon, not a sprint. Reviewing and rolling back unnecessary regulations is a long-time priority of the governor’s to help grow Montana’s economy, and we’ll continue to review regulations on a regular basis. Q: Is there anything else you would like to say to MTADA’s members? A: We want to hear from you! Visit our online portal at https://governor.mt.gov/Red-Tape-Relief and submit your feedback on how we can cut back the thicket of red tape in the auto dealer industry. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 No matter what kind of work you do, safetyworks. Montana State Fund has been at the job of promoting safety for decades, and we’re proud to say that it’s working, all over the state. Watch stories of real Montana businesses starting every day with safety at safemt.com .