Regulatory agencies are part of the executive branch of government. These agencies are responsible for enforcing laws and regulations related to specific industries or areas of governance, such as the environment, public health, and workplace safety. Regulatory agencies are often created by Congress to address specific issues or concerns, and are given a degree of autonomy to carry out their duties. While regulatory agencies are part of the executive branch, they are typically independent of direct control by the President or other executive officials, and are instead overseen by a board or commission. Some examples of regulatory agencies include the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).