Regulatory Process
Rulemaking Petition
Definition
A formal request by a member of the public asking a federal agency to issue, amend, or repeal a regulation. Agencies must respond to petitions.
Related Terms
APA
Administrative Procedure Act. The 1946 federal law that governs how agencies develop and issue regulations, including requirements for public notice and comment.
NPRMNotice of Proposed Rulemaking. A public announcement by a federal agency of a proposed new regulation, published in the Federal Register to invite public comment.
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Common Questions
- What is a rulemaking petition?
- A formal request by a member of the public asking a federal agency to issue, amend, or repeal a regulation. Agencies must respond to petitions.
- What terms are related to rulemaking petition?
- Related terms include: APA, NPRM. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for rulemaking petition.