Reach Regulation
/ˈriːtʃ ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A regulatory framework adopted to control or set standards for telecommunication services that cross national borders, chiefly under U.S. jurisdiction.
The FCC's reach regulation extends its authority to internet service providers operating beyond state lines.
- (n.) Any legal measure that extends the application of a law or regulation beyond its traditional geographic or jurisdictional boundaries.
Reach regulation can include laws that target foreign companies affecting domestic markets.
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- reach regulation
- reach regulations
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Commentary
Commonly used in telecommunications law to describe rules governing activities extending beyond state or national boundaries; drafters should clarify the jurisdictional scope to avoid ambiguity.
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