Legislative Delegation
/ˌlɛdʒɪˈsleɪtɪv ˌdɛləˈɡeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The process by which a legislature grants authority to an executive agency or another entity to create rules or regulations within certain defined parameters.
The principle of legislative delegation allows Congress to empower administrative agencies to issue detailed regulations.
Forms
- legislative delegation
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Commentary
Legislative delegation involves balancing effective governance with constitutional limits; clear statutory guidelines are recommended to avoid invalidation under the nondelegation doctrine.
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