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Enabling Act

Definition:

The term "enabling act" refers to a law or legislation passed by a governing body that grants another entity or group of individuals the authority to carry out specific actions or functions. It empowers the recipient to act within prescribed boundaries or guidelines.

Example Sentences:

• Noun: The state legislature passed an enabling act that granted the local council the power to levy taxes.
• Noun: The enabling act paved the way for the establishment of the new regulatory agency.
• Noun: The president signed the enabling act, giving the military the ability to take necessary action to protect the country.

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