6. What is an Interim Final Rule (IFR)?

Overview of Registration Interim Final Rule Implementing the Bioterrorism Act

October 10, 2003

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What Is An Interim Final Rule (IFR)?

• An IFR is a final rule that has the full force and effect of law; thus, affected parties have an obligation to comply with its requirements
• An IFR allows stakeholders to submit comments during the public comment period on the areas requested in the interim final rule that the agency will consider before deciding whether to issue a revised final rule or confirm the interim final rule as final