Regulation (2024:183) on impact assessments.

The present Regulation establishes a legal framework requiring Swedish government committees, special investigators, and administrative authorities to conduct and document impact assessments when proposing or deciding on new or amended laws and regulations. These assessments must be initiated early, be proportional to the scope and effects of the proposal, and contain a detailed analysis of potential consequences, including financial implications, benefits and drawbacks of various alternatives, and the justification for the preferred option. Special attention must be given to proposals affecting municipalities, regional governments, or exceeding EU directives.
The Regulation also mandates consultation with relevant stakeholders and the Rule Council (Regelrådet) prior to issuing regulations or general advice. In certain urgent or exceptional situations—such as threats to health, safety, or the environment—authorities may bypass full assessments initially but must complete them retrospectively. The Swedish National Financial Management Authority (Ekonomistyrningsverket) is tasked with guiding, training, and developing methods related to these assessments.