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Some Guidance About Federal Agencies And Guidance, Mary Whisner
Some Guidance About Federal Agencies And Guidance, Mary Whisner
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The federal administrative system is complex and contains ambiguities about what counts as an “agency,” and there is an amorphous border between regulations and guidance. The body of guidance documents (or nonlegislative rules) is growing, both in volume and in importance, and legal researchers should be aware of this important source of authority, as well as its unclear status.
The Substantial Evidence Rule And The Administrative Procedure Act, Bernard Schwartz
The Substantial Evidence Rule And The Administrative Procedure Act, Bernard Schwartz
Washington Law Review
The question of the scope of judicial review of administrative determinations has been a pivotal one in American administrative law Since review is generally available over administrative determinations, the extent of review in particular cases may determine whether or not full effect is given to the legislative purpose in creating administrative agencies. "One of the principal reasons for the creation of such [agencies] is to secure the benefit of special knowledge acquired through continuous experience in a difficult and complicated field."' If the review of administrative determinations is to be very broad, with the reviewing court deciding the case de …