statutory authority
statutory authority · statutory authorities
A body set up by law which is authorised to enforce legislation on behalf of the…A body set up by law which is authorised to enforce legislation on behalf of the relevant country or state.
Meaning
3 senses(Australia, New Zealand, UK)A body set up by law which is authorised to enforce legislation on behalf of the relevant country or state.
(US)Legislation authorizing the existence and activity of a government agency.
(US)The powers assigned to a government agency by legislation.