Regulation
A regulation is a rule adopted by a government agency under authority granted by a constitution or statute. Federal regulations are generally developed through administrative procedures, which may include publication of a proposed rule and an opportunity for public comment.
A regulation is a rule adopted by a government agency under authority granted by a constitution or statute. Federal regulations are generally developed through administrative procedures, which may include publication of a proposed rule and an opportunity for public comment.
Example: The Federal Communications Commission adopts regulations under statutes governing communications, with rules published through the federal rulemaking process.
Common misconception: Agencies may create any regulation they want. A regulation must stay within the agency’s legal authority and comply with applicable procedural and constitutional requirements.
Sources: https://www.federalregister.gov/reader-aids/understanding-the-federal-register; https://www.regulations.gov/