The transmission of authority to some other official or body for the latter's use (though often with the right of review and revision) is called

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Delegation is the act of transferring authority from one individual or entity to another, while retaining overall responsibility. It usually involves assigning tasks, responsibilities, and decision-making authority to someone else, who then becomes accountable for the outcome.

The Transmission of Authority to Some Other Official or Body