Administrative agencies are government entities created by Congress to carry out specific regulatory functions. They have the power to enforce and interpret laws within their jurisdiction.
Related terms
Rulemaking: The process by which administrative agencies create new regulations or modify existing ones.
Regulatory Capture: When an administrative agency becomes influenced or controlled by the industry it regulates, rather than acting in the public interest.
Bureaucracy: A hierarchical organization composed of various departments and offices that implement policies and administer laws.