A process that requires agencies to publish proposed rules, allowing the public to comment before final rules are enacted, ensuring transparency and public participation.

Certain situations, such as emergencies or matters of minor significance, may exempt agencies from the full notice-and-comment process.

After considering public comments, agencies finalize and publish rules in the Federal Register, making them official and enforceable.

Exemptions and Exceptions to Notice-and-Comment RequirementsFinal Rule Issuance and PublicationLegislative vs. Interpretative Rules and Policy Statements