What Does APA Stand For?
APA stands for Administrative Procedures Act
The Administrative Procedures Act (APA) is a U.S. federal law enacted in 1946 that governs the process by which federal administrative agencies create and enforce regulations. It establishes standardized procedures for rulemaking, adjudication, and the issuance of agency guidelines, ensuring transparency, public participation, and accountability in the regulatory process. The APA provides the legal framework for how agencies must operate, including requirements for public notice, comment periods, and the publication of final rules, thereby promoting fair and consistent governance.
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