Comment Period

/ˈkɒm.ɛnt ˈpɪər.i.əd/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A designated time frame during which stakeholders may submit feedback on proposed regulations, policies, or legal actions before final decisions are made.
    The agency opened a 60-day comment period for the new environmental rule.

Forms

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Commentary

Typically established by statute or regulation, the comment period is crucial for public participation in rulemaking and helps ensure transparency and accountability.

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