Presidential Directive
/ˌprɛzɪˈdɛnʃəl dɪˈrɛktɪv/
Definitions
- (n.) An official order issued by the President of the United States to manage operations of the federal government or to direct national policy.
The president signed a presidential directive to enhance cybersecurity measures across federal agencies.
Forms
- presidential directive
- presidential directives
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Commentary
Presidential directives may carry the force of law within the executive branch but typically do not require congressional approval.
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