Delegation Doctrine
/dɪˌlɛɡˈeɪʃən ˈdɒktrɪn/
Definitions
- (n.) A constitutional principle allowing legislative bodies to delegate lawmaking authority to administrative or executive agencies.
The court examined the delegation doctrine to determine whether Congress had unlawfully transferred its legislative powers.
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- delegation doctrine
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Commentary
The delegation doctrine underscores limits on legislative delegation to preserve separation of powers; careful drafting of statutory delegations should clearly define standards to avoid invalidation.
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