Problem 1: Define and distinguish the accountability difference between an executive department and an independent regulatory commission (IRC). Why create an IRC?
Problem 2: Explain the difference between an independent agency in the executive branch and an independent regulatory commission, in terms of their independence from the executive branch and to whom they are accountable. -
Problem 3: Explain what is meant by the phrase "third party government" and how it differs from the traditional way of delivering public services.
Problem 4: Explain the value of administrative law as a guardian against agency arbitrariness as well as a means of empowerment of administrative government.
Problem 5: Define and distinguish between regulatory law and administrative law.