Definition

Noun: An executive agency is a government organization that operates under the authority of the executive branch. It is responsible for implementing and administering laws, policies, and programs as directed by the head of the executive branch, such as a president or prime minister.

Usage

An executive agency is a specific type of governmental body. It is used to refer to an administrative unit with a defined mission within the executive branch's structure. * The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is a key executive agency tasked with protecting human health and the environment. * Funding for the new public health initiative was allocated to the relevant executive agency.

Advanced Usage

• Independent Executive Agency: A type of executive agency that, while part of the executive branch, operates with a degree of independence from direct presidential control, often led by a commission or board.
  • The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is an independent executive agency.

Variants and Related Words

• Agency (n): A general term for a business, organization, or government department providing a specific service.
• Regulatory Agency (n): A type of executive agency specifically empowered to create and enforce rules and regulations in a particular sector.
  • The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is a regulatory agency.

Synonyms

• Administrative Agency
• Government Agency
• Bureau (e.g., the Federal Bureau of Investigation)

Related Phrases

• Executive Branch (n): The branch of government responsible for implementing and enforcing laws, headed by the president or a similar official.
• Heads of Agency (n): The senior officials or commissioners who lead an executive agency.

Noun

1. an agency of the executive branch of government