Regulatory Agency

Definition

A regulatory agency is a governmental organization that has the authority to create and enforce rules and regulations in a specific industry or sector. These agencies are responsible for monitoring and ensuring compliance with these regulations to protect the public interest.

Related terms

Federal Communications Commission (FCC): The FCC is a regulatory agency that oversees communication technologies such as radio, television, internet, and telephone services.

Food and Drug Administration (FDA): The FDA is a regulatory agency that regulates food safety, drugs, medical devices, cosmetics, and other products related to public health.

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): The EPA is a regulatory agency that focuses on protecting human health and the environment by enforcing laws related to air quality, water pollution, waste management, and more.