valiokuntamääräykset

Valiokuntamääräykset are legislative instruments in Finland that allow parliamentary committees to issue binding regulations within their area of competence. These regulations are subordinate to laws passed by the Parliament but have the force of law. They are used to provide more detailed guidance on how a particular law should be implemented, especially in technical or specialized fields.

The authority for issuing valiokuntamääräykset typically stems from a specific law that grants a parliamentary committee the power to make such regulations. This delegation of power is a way for the Parliament to address complex issues that require expert knowledge and ongoing adaptation without needing to pass new legislation for every minor adjustment. The process involves the committee preparing the draft regulation, often with input from ministries and other relevant bodies. After internal deliberation, the committee approves and publishes the valiokuntamääräys, which then enters into force.

These regulations are subject to judicial review, meaning they can be challenged in court if they are deemed to be contrary to existing law or the Finnish Constitution. They play a significant role in the Finnish administrative system by providing a flexible and efficient mechanism for detailed rulemaking. The use of valiokuntamääräykset aims to ensure that legislation can be applied effectively in practice while maintaining parliamentary oversight.