Utah Department of Administrative Services Division of Administrative Rules

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Rulewriting Agencies

Note: The information contained in this FAQ is based on eRules v. 1. eRules v. 2 was released on July 16, 2009. Most information is still relevant. The Division will update this page as resources become available.

  • Question 1. Which form do I use?
  • Question 2. How do I complete the Rule Analysis or other rule forms (eRules forms instructions)?
  • Question 3. What word processor do I use to prepare rule text?
  • Question 4. Is there a Word version of the rule forms available?

Question 1. Which form do I use?

The rulemaking process can be a little confusing. There are a number of different types of rule filings, most requiring a different form. Visit the "FAQ: Deciding Which Form to Use" page for more information (updated for eRules v. 2).

Question 2. How do I complete the Rule Analysis or other rule forms (eRules forms instructions)?

The following instructions for eRules are currently available:

FAQs for completing other rule forms are still under development. If you have questions about completing a form, please feel free to contact the division.

Question 3. What word processor do I use to prepare rule text?

You may use Word, or WordPerfect to prepare rule text. However, there are some settings that need to be adjusted. Additionally, when you have finished editing the text, it must be saved to a "Rich-Text Format." The FAQ documents listed below will walk you through what you need to do.

Question 4. Is there a Word version of the rule forms available?

Yes. The Division has created a version of the rulemaking forms in Word 2000 and Word 2007 formats that correlate with the eRules v. 2 forms. These forms are provided as a convenience to help agencies gather the information required to file a rule. Use the right mouse button to save a file to your computer.

  • Notice of Proposed Rule (used to file a new rule, amendment, repeal, or repeal and reenact) -- doc or docx formats;
  • Notice of Change in Proposed Rule -- doc or docx formats;
  • Notice of 120-Day (Emergency) Rule -- doc or docx formats;
  • Five-Year Notice of Review and Statement of Continuation -- doc or docx formats;
  • Five-Year Review Extension -- doc or docx formats;
  • Notice of Nonsubstantive Change -- doc or docx formats;
  • Notice of Effective Date -- doc or docx formats; and
  • Public Notice -- doc or docx formats.

Remember: to actually file a rule with the Division, you must use the Division's eRules application.

Additional Information

If you have a question about the rulemaking process or the information presented on this page, please contact the Division of Administrative Rules.