Federal Statute
/ˈfɛd.ɚ.əl ˈstætʃ.uːt/
Definitions
- (n.) A law enacted by the United States Congress or other federal legislative body.
The Clean Air Act is a federal statute aimed at reducing air pollution.
Forms
- federal statute
- federal statutes
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Commentary
Federal statutes are primary sources of law at the national level and differ from state statutes and administrative regulations.
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