Administrative Procedure Act (APA) Law

The Administrative Procedure Act (APA) is a U.S. law that governs how federal agencies create and enforce regulations. It ensures that agencies follow a transparent process, which includes public participation, notice of proposed rules, and the opportunity for comment. The APA also sets standards for how agencies must conduct hearings and provides guidelines for judicial review of agency actions. Essentially, it aims to create fairness and accountability in government operations by requiring agencies to operate openly and allow the public to have a say in the rules that affect them.