### Question
What is the definition of regulatory order?


### Answer
The definition of **regulatory order** is as follows in *7 U.S.C. § 2204*:

> an order, marketing agreement, standard, permit, license, registration, suspension or revocation of a permit, license, or registration, certificate, award, rule or regulation, if it has the force and effect of law, and if it may be made, prescribed, issued, or promulgated only after notice and hearing or opportunity for hearing have been given

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 2204*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 55-DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE**

