Modifies provisions relating to the rulemaking authority of the Department of Health and Senior Services

This bill updates the rulemaking authority of the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, clarifying how the department creates and enforces regulations to protect public health. It explicitly prohibits the department from delegating its rulemaking power to any other officials, agencies, or local administrative bodies, ensuring that regulatory decisions remain centralized. Additionally, the legislation requires the department to add specific antibiotic-resistant bacteria, such as MRSA, CRE, and VRE, to the list of infectious diseases that must be reported to the state. These changes aim to streamline the department's ability to manage disease prevention and reporting while maintaining strict control over its regulatory processes.