Section 4-22-2-44.3 - Exceptions to section 44 of chapter(a) Notwithstanding the addition of section 44 of this chapter by P.L. 31-1985, a rule that is in effect on August 31, 1985, is not invalidated by the passage of P.L. 31-1985.(b) Notwithstanding the addition of section 44 of this chapter by P.L. 31-1985, a rule that is the subject of a rulemaking action before September 1, 1985, and: (1) is not accepted for filing by the secretary of state before September 1, 1985; or(2) is accepted for filing by the secretary of state before September 1, 1985, but is not effective before September 1, 1985; is effective if it is adopted in conformity with the law in effect on August 31, 1985, or with this chapter, as in effect on the date of adoption of the rule.
(c) The format, numbering system, standards, and techniques that were developed by the legislative council for the drafting and preparation of rules before September 1, 1985, continue to apply to the drafting and preparation of rules until changed under P.L. 31-1985.Added by P.L. 220-2011, SEC. 47, eff. 7/1/2011.