Since the ____________ was passed, all federal agencies must disclose their rule-making procedures and publish all regulations at least thirty days in advance of their effective date to allow time for public comment.

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The Administrative Procedure Act (APA) was passed in 1946 and requires federal agencies to follow certain procedures when creating and implementing regulations. This includes giving the public notice and an opportunity to comment on proposed regulations before they become final. The Patriot Act relates to national security and the Freedom of Information Act requires federal agencies to provide access to certain records upon request. The Code of Federal Regulations contains the full text of all regulations currently in effect.

Since the ____________ Was Passed, All Federal Agencies Must Disclose