Governmental Agency
/ˌɡʌvərnˈmɛntl ˈeɪdʒənsi/
Definitions
- (n.) A public authority or organization established by law to oversee and administer specific governmental functions.
The Environmental Protection Agency is a governmental agency responsible for regulating pollution.
- (n.) An entity exercising delegated governmental powers and duties, often with regulatory, administrative, or enforcement authority.
Licensing of professionals is typically handled by a governmental agency.
Forms
- governmental agency
- governmental agencies
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Commentary
The term typically refers to bodies created by statute or executive authority, distinct from private organizations. It is important to distinguish governmental agencies from private entities in drafting legal documents.
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