Delegated Act
In Simple Terms
A non-legislative act adopted by the European Commission to supplement or amend non-essential elements of EU legislation.
Formal Legal Definition
An act of general application adopted by the Commission under Article 290 TFEU to supplement or amend certain non-essential elements of a legislative act, subject to conditions set by the legislator.
Practical Example
The Commission may adopt a delegated act to update the technical standards in a Regulation without going through the full legislative process.
Difference from Related Terms
Delegated acts supplement or amend legislation, while implementing acts set uniform conditions for implementation. Delegated acts are subject to objection by the Parliament and Council.
Why It Matters
Delegated acts allow EU legislation to be kept up to date without lengthy legislative procedures, which is crucial for rapidly evolving fields like technology and finance.
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How snowLEX helps with Delegated Act
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