Interim Final Rule

/ˌɪntərɪm ˈfaɪnəl ruːl/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A regulatory rule issued by a government agency that becomes effective immediately but is subject to later revision following public comment.
    The agency published an interim final rule to address urgent health concerns while seeking public feedback.

Forms

  • interim final rule
  • interim final rules

Commentary

Interim final rules allow agencies to implement regulations quickly while preserving the opportunity for public input, balancing urgency and due process in administrative law.

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