Statutory Amendment

/ˈstætʃəˌtɔːri əˈmɛndmənt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A formal change or addition enacted to a statute by a legislative body.
    The statutory amendment clarified the tax obligations of small businesses.

Forms

  • statutory amendments

Commentary

A statutory amendment specifically modifies existing laws and differs from new legislation; precise language is critical to avoid ambiguity in revised statutes.

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