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In this Act: (1) Agency The term agency has the meaning given that term in section 551 of title 5, United States Code. (2) Administrator The term Administrator means the Administrator of the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs in the Office of Management and Budget. (3) Covered rule The term covered rule has the meaning given the term rule in section 551 of title 5, United States Code, but does not include a rule— (A) issued in accordance with the formal rulemaking provisions of sections 556 and 557 of title 5, United States Code; (B) issued with respect to a military or foreign affairs function of the United States; (C) that the Administrator certifies in writing is necessary for the enforcement of Federal criminal laws; (D) that is limited to agency organization, management, or personnel matters; or (E) that is necessary due to an imminent threat to human health or safety or any other emergency. (4) Sunset The term sunset means to have no force or effect.