CFR
CFR or Code of Federal Regulations is the codification of the general and permanent rules and regulations (sometimes called administrative law) published in the Federal Register by the executive departments and agencies of the federal government of the United States. The CFR is divided into 50 titles that represent broad areas subject to federal regulation.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The term "Code of Federal Regulations" is derived from its function as a codification of the general and permanent rules published by the federal government of the United States. The term "code" refers to a system of laws or regulations, while "federal" refers to the national government, and "regulations" refers to rules or directives made and maintained by an authority.
History[edit | edit source]
The CFR was first issued in 1938 and is updated annually. It is published by the Office of the Federal Register, an agency of the National Archives and Records Administration. The CFR is available in both print and online formats.
Structure[edit | edit source]
The CFR is divided into 50 titles that represent broad areas subject to federal regulation. Each title is divided into chapters, which usually bear the name of the issuing agency. Each chapter is further subdivided into parts that cover specific regulatory areas. Large parts may be subdivided into subparts, and each part or subpart is then sectioned into §§ (sections).
Related Terms[edit | edit source]
- Federal Register: The daily publication of the US federal government that issues proposed and final administrative regulations of federal agencies.
- Administrative law: The body of law that governs the activities of administrative agencies of government.
- National Archives and Records Administration: The independent agency of the U.S. government charged with preserving and documenting government and historical records.
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