AP GOV 2.12 The Federal Bureaucracy

Writing regulations

is the process by which federal agencies create rules and guidelines to implement laws passed by Congress. These regulations help ensure compliance and facilitate the enforcement of legislation.

Issue fines

is a penalty imposed by federal agencies on individuals or organizations that violate regulations, serving as a means to enforce compliance with the law.

Testify

is the act of providing evidence or statements in a legal or official setting, often in front of a congressional committee or during court proceedings, to clarify or support the implementation of laws.

The Iron Triangle 

Congress, Interest Groups, Bureaucracy

Issue Networks

People who come together on a specific issue, Able to create change despite the strength of the Iron Triangle

Civil Service Exams

are standardized tests that assess qualifications for government job positions, ensuring that appointments are based on merit rather than political affiliations.