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Federal Laws

The body of federal law encompasses the U.S. Constitution, statutes enacted by Congress, regulations issued by federal agencies, and presidential executive orders.

Federal law source records are being added to our database. In the meantime, the authoritative sources below link directly to official government websites.

Constitution

The supreme law of the United States, establishing the structure of the federal government and enumerating the rights of citizens.

U.S. Constitution

The Constitution of the United States, including all 27 Amendments, as maintained by the U.S. Congress.

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U.S. Code (Statutes)

The codification of the general and permanent laws of the United States, organized into 54 titles by subject matter.

United States Code

The official compilation of U.S. federal statutes, published by the Office of the Law Revision Counsel of the House of Representatives.

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Congress.gov — Legislation

Search and track legislation introduced in Congress, including bills, resolutions, and enacted laws.

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Code of Federal Regulations

The codification of rules and regulations published by federal agencies and departments in the Federal Register.

eCFR — Electronic Code of Federal Regulations

The continuously updated online version of the CFR, maintained by the National Archives and Records Administration.

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Federal Register

The official daily publication for rules, proposed rules, and notices of federal agencies and organizations, as well as executive orders and other presidential documents.

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Executive Orders

Presidential directives that manage operations of the federal government and have the force of law.

Executive Orders — Federal Register

Presidential executive orders published in the Federal Register, searchable by number, subject, and president.

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