In contrast to legislative rules, interpretative rules are:
A) exempt from the notice and comment requirements of the APA
B) not exempt from the notice and comment requirements of the APA
C) exempt from the rule of law
D) not exempt from the rule of law
E) exempt from the commerce clause

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Interpretative rules are exempt from the notice and comment requirements of the Administrative Procedure Act (APA), meaning that agencies are not required to provide notice and receive public comments before issuing an interpretative rule. This is because interpretative rules do not have the force of law and are considered simply to be statements of an agency's interpretation or policy. However, interpretative rules are not exempt from the broader rule of law and must still comply with all applicable legal requirements.

In Contrast to Legislative Rules, Interpretative Rules Are