Rulemaking is the process used by federal agencies in creating, amending, or repealing rules. Congress grants rulemaking authority to federal agencies in order to implement legislative statutes. "[R]egulations issued pursuant to this authority carry the force and effect of law and can have substantial implications for policy implementation." More @Wikipedia
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