Rules Made by Regulatory Agencies and Commissions Are Referred to as Administrative

question 61

Multiple Choice

Rules made by regulatory agencies and commissions are referred to as administrative legislation because:

• A) they do not have the same effect as congressional legislation but are still important to federal administration.
• B) they apply, as law, to people working within federal cabinet departments or agencies.
• C) they have the force of law.
• D) doing so makes it less likely than presidents will try to get rid of existing rules through executive orders.

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Definitions:

Mandatory

Refers to something required or obligatory by law or rule.

Permissive

Characterized by or allowing a lot of freedom and flexibility; not strict in the imposition of rules.

National Emergency

A state of emergency declared by a government in response to a significant threat to the country, which may alter regular operations and liberties temporarily.

Strike Procedures

The policies and steps legally required to be followed by a union or employees when organizing and executing a strike action.