North Dakotans know that innovation thrives when government gets out of the way, but outdated rules often stay on the books indefinitely. Currently, our state relies on a reactive process where rules are only reviewed if an agency chooses to change them or the legislature intervenes. We want to see accountability restored by requiring a recurring, proactive review of all state rules to automatically eliminate or update unnecessary requirements every five years. By shifting the burden of proof to justify a rule’s continued existence, we can streamline mandates, accelerate economic growth, and ensure our state government remains lean and responsive to the people.