Laws & Regulations

Agencies create regulations (also known as "rules") under the authority of Congress to help government carry out public policy. Learn about HHS' top regulations and how you can make your voice heard.

Policy on Unlawful, Unconstitutional, or Burdensome Regulations

The Immediate Office of the Secretary issued a Request for Information (RFI) to solicit public input on duplicative regulations that are unlawful, unconstitutional, burdensome, or not in the national interest.

HIPAA Privacy Rule

The HIPAA Privacy Rule protects personal health information and gives patients a variety of rights.

Human Subjects Research Protections

Institutions conducting HHS-supported human subject research must comply with protective HHS regulations.

HITECH Act

The HITECH Act supports the development of a nationwide health IT infrastructure.

Comment on Open Rules

You can help shape HHS decisions by submitting comments on proposed rules.

Find Rules by Operating Division

Rules and notices from each HHS Operating Division are available on Regulations.gov.

Additional HHS Laws & Regulations

Find laws and regulations about civil rights, privacy, research, fraud, tribal matters, employment, and more.

Complaints & Appeals

Learn how to file complaints or appeal decisions related to health privacy, civil rights, Medicare, and more.

PREP Act

Understand the Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness (PREP) Act declarations, advisory opinions, and guidance.

Regulatory Actions

Learn about HHS's proposed regulatory actions, agendas, and priorities published in the Federal Register.

Regulatory Flexibility Act Section 610 Reviews

Section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act requires periodic review of regulations significantly impacting small entities.

HHS Guidance Portal

A searchable database of HHS guidance documents including policies, manuals, bulletins, and advisories.

Help HHS Review Existing Regulations

Submit suggestions for reviewing, modifying, or eliminating outdated or burdensome regulations.

Whistleblower Complaints on the Chemical and Surgical Mutilation of Children

Report a tip or complaint related to the chemical and surgical mutilation of children.

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