Key Characteristics of Federal Regulatory Agencies

Medium Unit 2: Branches Of Government Federal Bureaucracy

The Federal Bureaucracy is comprised of various agencies and departments that play key roles in implementing and managing federal policies. One of the significant functions of the bureaucracy is to enforce regulations that have been established through legislation. Various agencies are designated to specific tasks, impacting numerous aspects of American life. Often, these agencies are scrutinized for the effect of their policies on both citizens and industries.

Which of the following statements best reflects a key characteristic of the federal bureaucracy in relation to regulatory agencies?

Regulatory agencies primarily create laws that are enacted by Congress.

Regulatory agencies can enforce regulations but cannot create them.

Regulatory agencies are solely responsible for conducting federal elections.

Regulatory agencies often operate with a degree of independence from political influence.

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