### Question
How is the term rulemaking record defined?


### Answer
The term **rulemaking record** is defined in *15 U.S.C. § 57a* as the following:

> the rule, its statement of basis and purpose, the transcript required by subsection (c)(5) of this section, any written submissions, and any other information which the Commission considers relevant to such rule

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 57a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 2-FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION; PROMOTION OF EXPORT TRADE AND PREVENTION OF UNFAIR METHODS OF COMPETITION > SUBCHAPTER I-FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION**

