Agency Rule
/ˈeɪdʒənsi ruːl/
Definitions
- (n.) A binding norm or policy issued by a government agency pursuant to delegated legislative authority, which directs agency action and has legal effect.
The agency rule requires all businesses to comply with the new environmental standards.
- (n.) A rule issued by an administrative agency that has the force of law after the required procedures such as notice-and-comment rulemaking.
The public submitted comments during the agency rulemaking process before the final rule was adopted.
Forms
- agency rule
- agency rules
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Commentary
Agency rules differ from informal guidance in their binding legal effect and are typically subject to judicial review under administrative law principles.
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