federal
adjective
pertaining to or of the nature of a union of states under a central government distinct from the individual governments of the separate states, as in
quasi-federal
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a word derived from
federal.
Example Sentences
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The Pacific Fishery Management Council, a multistate, quasi-federal body, is expected to decide in April after a series of meetings whether there will be a limited fishing season or none at all.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 6, 2025
The Pacific Fishery Management Council, a multistate, quasi-federal body that decides on ocean fishing seasons, plans to select one of three potential alternatives at a Friday through April 11 meeting in Seattle.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 31, 2024
If Mr. Azar refuses, Dr. Bright’s complaint would ordinarily be sent to the Merit Systems Protection Board, an independent quasi-federal agency charged with deciding claims of whistle-blower reprisal.
From New York Times ● May 8, 2020
The National Gallery’s conventional approach stems from its unusual structure as a quasi-federal organization.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 29, 2018
One state, Hawaii, is even moving in the other direction, planning to scrap its state-run health care exchange in favor of a quasi-federal setup known in government-speak as a “supported state-based exchange.”
From Washington Times ● Jun. 8, 2015
