CMU LibGuides: Legal Research: Regulations

What are regulations?

Regulations are rules made and enforced by government agencies to implement laws passed by the legislature. They provide detailed instructions on how laws should be followed and help ensure safety, fairness, and compliance in areas such as health, the environment, business, and public services.

Federal regulations

Code of Federal Regulations
1996-2024: The Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) is the official codification of the general and permanent rules and regulations published by the executive departments and agencies of the United States federal government. It is organized into 50 titles that represent broad areas subject to federal regulation, such as labor, environment, transportation, and health. The CFR is updated annually and serves as a comprehensive reference for federal regulatory requirements, ensuring transparency and consistency in the implementation of laws.
eCFR
The Code of Federal Regulations, but the continuously updated version.
Code of Federal Regulations (Proquest)
1938-2024. Proquest Congressional provides a searchable database of the CFR going back to 1938.
The Federal Register
The official journal of the U.S. government, published daily. It contains proposed and final rules, regulations, notices, and executive orders from federal agencies.
FederalRegister.gov
This is the unofficial web version of the federal register.

State regulations

State regulations at LII
Use this Legal Information Institute tool to locate primary legal sources for any state. Once you choose a state, search for the link titled "Regulations." Keep in mind that the availability of regulations online differs depending on the state.