Are guidance or advisory notes quasi-regulation?
Government agencies publish large numbers of rulings, guidelines, circulars and other documents which advise on, clarify or interpret existing legislation. These types of documents could be regarded as being quasi-regulatory if they add additional requirements and there is pressure on business to comply. If this is likely to be the case, the responsible agency should undertake a preliminary assessment or contact the OBPR for advice.
Government agencies publish large numbers of rulings, guidelines, circulars and other documents which advise on, clarify or interpret existing legislation. These types of documents could be regarded as being quasi-regulatory if they add additional requirements and there is pressure on business to comply. If this is likely to be the case, the responsible agency should contact the OBPR for advice.
