Definition: Describing an administrative body's delegated authority to adopt rules with general application. The agency must stay within its statutory authority and required procedures.
Example
FREC adopts a rule implementing a requirement of Florida real estate license law.
Keep the distinction clear
Rulemaking differs from deciding an individual disciplinary case. The legislature enacts statutes; the agency adopts authorized administrative rules.
Related terms
Quasi-Judicial · Promulgate · Statutory Law
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FREC Course I Syllabus: What to Study for the Sales Associate State Exam
References: Florida Statutes 475.05: FREC powers
Pronunciation (US): KWAY-zye LEJ-is-lay-tiv (capitals show stress)
Pronunciation reference: Merriam-Webster
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