Agency discretion refers to the freedom given to government agencies in interpreting and implementing laws within their jurisdiction. It allows agencies some flexibility in how they carry out their duties.
Related terms
Rulemaking: The process by which government agencies create regulations that provide specific guidelines for implementing laws.
Administrative Law Judges (ALJs): Officials who preside over administrative hearings within government agencies and make decisions on disputed matters.
Delegated Powers: Authority granted by Congress to executive branch agencies, allowing them to carry out specific tasks or responsibilities outlined in legislation.