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Agencies may be required to conduct and publish various forms of analysis depending on the rule, including cost-benefit analysis, risk assessment, and environmental impact.

The rulemaking agency coordinates with other federal agencies to prevent conflicts and ensure consistency and compliance with broader policy objectives.

Stakeholders and the public can submit feedback, data, and arguments about the proposed rule, influencing its final form.

The agency reviews all the public comments and considers adjustments to the proposed rule based on the inputs received.

The rule includes an effective date which is typically not less than 30 days after publication to provide time for compliance or adaptation.

The agency publishes a notice in the Federal Register announcing a proposed rule, its purpose, and soliciting public comments.

The finalized rule is published in the Federal Register, including the text of the rule and a summary of the comments and agency responses.

Interested parties may challenge the validity of a final rule in court, which can lead to affirmation, vacatur, or remand of the rule.

For significant rules, the OMB reviews to ensure compliance with regulatory principles and the impact on the economy.

Once effective, the agency responsible for the rule oversees compliance and has the authority to enforce the rule through various mechanisms.

Congress has the ability to review new federal regulations and, if necessary, overturn them through the use of the Congressional Review Act.