active regulations

[/ˈæktɪv ˌreɡjuˈleɪʃənz/]
nounfemininepl: active regulations
regulações ativas
1. Laws, rules, or directives that are currently in effect and enforceable, as opposed to those that have been repealed or suspended
The company must comply with all active regulations regarding environmental protection.
A empresa deve cumprir todas as regulações ativas relacionadas à proteção ambiental.
2. Government or organizational standards that are presently being implemented and monitored for compliance
New active regulations were established to improve workplace safety standards.
Novas regulações ativas foram estabelecidas para melhorar os padrões de segurança no trabalho.
3. Rules that are actively enforced and subject to penalties for non-compliance
All active regulations must be reviewed and updated annually.
Todas as regulações ativas devem ser revisadas e atualizadas anualmente.
In Brazilian business and legal contexts, 'regulações ativas' or 'normas vigentes' are essential terms when discussing compliance and governance. The concept reflects Brazil's increasingly strict regulatory environment in sectors like finance, environment, and labor. In the USA, this term is heavily used in corporate compliance departments, particularly following regulations by agencies like the EPA, OSHA, and SEC.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
current regulationsenforceable rulesstanding ordersoperative rulesin-force regulations
Antonyms / Antônimos
inactive regulationssuspended regulationsrepealed regulationsobsolete rulesdormant regulations

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
regulações ativas
Most common term used in Brazilian legal and business contexts
São Paulo
normas vigentes
Alternative common usage in São Paulo's business hub
Rio de Janeiro
regulações em vigor
Formal legal terminology commonly used in courts and government
Portugal
regulações vigentes
Portuguese preference for 'vigentes' to indicate currently active status

Related Words

complianceenforcementregulatory frameworklegal provisionsstatutory requirementsadministrative rules

Related Idioms & Phrases

in compliance with active regulations
fall under active regulations
subject to active regulations
breach of active regulations
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