Authorization Act
/ˌɔːθəraɪˈzeɪʃən ækt/
Definitions
- (n.) A statute enacted by a legislative body that grants legal authority or approval to a government official, agency, or program to take certain actions.
The Authorization Act approved the new funding for environmental protection programs.
Forms
- authorization act
- authorization acts
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Commentary
Authorization Acts often specify scope and limits of delegated governmental powers and should be distinct from appropriation acts which allocate funding.
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