Temporary law (original) (raw)

Temporary laws, temporary legislation or sunset legislation are laws whose duration is limited at the time of enactment. Temporary laws are often used to adapt for unusual or peculiar situations. Clauses limiting the duration of such laws are often called "sunset" clauses. Temporary laws are favored by adherents of because it allows policy makers to conduct experiments and evaluate the effects of introducing legislation. Temporary laws are often easier to pass since they last for a shorter time.