What is the purpose of a regulation issued by an administrative agency?

The purpose of a regulation issued by an administrative agency is to carry out the intent of the law. Administrative agencies are created by legislatures to implement and enforce specific statutes. Regulations provide detailed guidance on how the goals of the law can be achieved in practice. They help to clarify the legislative intent by outlining specific processes, standards, and procedures necessary for compliance.

For instance, in the context of healthcare regulations, an administrative agency might develop guidelines for patient care that reflect the overarching objectives of health-related legislation. This ensures that the law is applied consistently and fairly, providing a framework for both enforcement and compliance in various practical scenarios.

While enforcement of criminal laws, establishing new laws, and amending existing laws are important facets of governance, these functions are usually outside the purview of individual administrative agencies and are generally handled by legislative and judicial branches or law enforcement entities.