executive orders
[ɪɡˈzɛkjətɪv ˈɔrdərz]
nounpl: executive orders
decretos executivos
1. Directives issued by the executive branch of government that have the force of law, issued without requiring legislative approval
The president signed several executive orders on environmental protection.
O presidente assinou vários decretos executivos sobre proteção ambiental.
2. Official commands issued by a chief executive (president, governor) that manage the operations of government
Executive orders can bypass Congress under certain circumstances.
Os decretos executivos podem contornar o Congresso em certas circunstâncias.
3. Legal instruments used by the executive power to implement policy without legislative action
The governor used executive orders to address the emergency quickly.
O governador usou decretos executivos para resolver a emergência rapidamente.
Executive orders are a significant feature of the U.S. presidential system, allowing presidents to govern without Congressional approval in specific circumstances. This power has become increasingly prominent and controversial in recent administrations. In Brazil, similar executive power is exercised through 'decretos' and 'medidas provisórias,' though the constitutional frameworks differ. The concept is central to understanding American separation of powers and checks and balances.
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