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Federal agency

A department, commission, board, or other body of the U.S. government that carries out specific duties, such as the Environmental Protection Agency or the Food and Drug Administration.

Rule

A regulation or directive created by a federal agency to implement a law passed by Congress. These rules have the force of law.

Major rule

A rule that is expected to cost the U.S. economy $50 million or more annually, or have a significant impact on the economy, competition, jobs, or public health.

Nonmajor rule

A rule that does not meet the criteria for a major rule; typically expected to have less than a $50 million annual economic impact.

Federal Register

The official daily publication for rules, proposed rules, and notices of federal agencies and organizations, as well as executive orders and other presidential documents.

Comptroller General of the United States

The head of the Government Accountability Office (GAO), an independent agency that provides audit, evaluation, and investigative services for the U.S. Congress.

Joint resolution of approval