No. 36286 (5-year Review): Rule R37-1. Risk Management General Rules

DAR File No.: 36286
Filed: 05/30/2012 01:33:09 PM

NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION

Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:

This rule is enacted pursuant to Subsection 63A-4-101(b), which directs the state risk manager to recommend that the executive director make rules: (i) prescribing reasonable and objective underwriting and risk control standards for state agencies; (ii) prescribing the risks to be covered by the Risk Management Fund and the extent to which these risks will be covered; (iii) prescribing the properties, risks, deductibles, and amount limits eligible for payment out of the fund; (iv) prescribing procedures for making claims and proof of loss; and (v) establishing procedures for the resolution of disputes relating to coverage or claims, which may include binding arbitration.

Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:

No written comments were received from any interested persons during and since the last five-year review of this rule.

Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:

This rule accomplishes the statutory objectives enumerated in Subsection 63A-4-101(b) and assists covered entities in understanding and fulfilling their obligations pertaining to the State Risk Management Fund. Therefore, this rule should be continued.

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Administrative Services
Risk Management
Room 5120 STATE OFFICE BLDG
450 N STATE ST
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84114-1201

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

• Stephen Hewlett at the above address, by phone at 801-538-9572, by FAX at 801-538-9597, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]
• Brian Nelson at the above address, by phone at 801-538-9576, by FAX at 801-538-9597, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

Authorized by:

Tani Downing, Director

Effective:

05/30/2012

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