The phrase
"existing statute" refers to a law or regulation that is currently in effect or already existing. It implies that the law has been passed by the government and is currently applicable to a specific issue or area.
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«existing»
«statute»
Sentences with «existing statute»
- The report, along with other case studies and a review of existing statutes, can be found here. (synbioproject.org)
- The bill also strengthens existing statute by enhancing due process rights for students facing dismissal. (ccsa.org)
- One short - term option is simply for states and the federal government to push hard using existing statutes and programs. (dotearth.blogs.nytimes.com)
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