### Question
How is the "regulatory order" defined?


### Answer
The term **regulatory order** is defined in *7 U.S.C. § 450c* as follows -

> 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. § 450c*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 17-MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS**

