administrative law

noun

: law dealing with the establishment, duties, and powers of and available remedies against authorized agencies in the executive branch of the government

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The order filed on Monday by three administrative law judges from the State Office of Administrative Hearings ruled that the Texas Education Agency proved its legal standing for taking over Fort Worth ISD. Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Mar. 2026 The agreement will be reviewed by an administrative law judge for final approval as early as April 7, the three parties stated in separate announcements. Pat Maio, Oc Register, 10 Mar. 2026 If approved by an administrative law judge, the settlement will be forwarded to Lara, who is expected to back it. Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2026 The agency indicated the space would be used for administrative law enforcement operations. Maria Guinnip, Oklahoman, 25 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for administrative law

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First Known Use

1810, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of administrative law was in 1810

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“Administrative law.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/administrative%20law. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.

Legal Definition

administrative law

noun
: the branch of the law dealing with government agencies

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