Slip Law
/ˈslɪp lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) An individual Act of Congress published separately before being codified in the United States Statutes at Large.
The bill was first published as a slip law before inclusion in the official statute books.
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- slip law
- slip laws
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Commentary
Slip laws allow prompt public access to newly enacted legislation prior to its codification; drafters should ensure accurate citation for legal reference.
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