Policymakers
Definition
Policymakers are individuals or groups responsible for making policy decisions in government institutions.
Analogy
Policymakers are like chefs creating recipes; they decide what ingredients (or policies) will work best together to create an effective solution (or delicious meal).
Related terms
Legislation: Laws proposed or enacted by any law-making body such as Congress.
Executive Orders: Directives issued by Presidents of the United States that manage operations of the federal government.
Regulations: These are rules or directives made and maintained by an authority, like a federal agency.
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