Coming into force

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Coming into force refers to the date on which a legislation, or part of legislation, becomes a law or reglament.

Legislation may come into force on:

• A date specified by the legislation
• When it is offically promulgated by the head of state.
  • In parliamentary systems, when it receives Royal Assent by the head of state, such as a Governor General or Queen.
  • In presidential systems, when signed by the President.
• When it recieves the requisite majority of votes or ratifications, such as an amendment to the United States Constitution.

See also: rule of law

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