regulatory-summary
Generates structured, citation-grounded summaries of regulatory documents (agency rules, guidance, enforcement actions, compliance frameworks). Extracts provisions, requirements, deadlines, penalties, safe harbors, and compliance actions with pinpoint citations. Use when summarizing regulations, rulemaking notices, enforcement orders, or administrative decisions.
Best use case
regulatory-summary is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Generates structured, citation-grounded summaries of regulatory documents (agency rules, guidance, enforcement actions, compliance frameworks). Extracts provisions, requirements, deadlines, penalties, safe harbors, and compliance actions with pinpoint citations. Use when summarizing regulations, rulemaking notices, enforcement orders, or administrative decisions.
Teams using regulatory-summary should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/regulatory-summary/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How regulatory-summary Compares
| Feature / Agent | regulatory-summary | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Generates structured, citation-grounded summaries of regulatory documents (agency rules, guidance, enforcement actions, compliance frameworks). Extracts provisions, requirements, deadlines, penalties, safe harbors, and compliance actions with pinpoint citations. Use when summarizing regulations, rulemaking notices, enforcement orders, or administrative decisions.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# Regulatory Document Summarization Produces a structured summary of regulatory documents grounded in pinpoint citations, serving as both a standalone reference and a compliance roadmap. ## Quick Start 1. Collect the regulatory document(s) — final/proposed rules, guidance, enforcement actions, no-action letters, compliance frameworks, or administrative decisions 2. Note any available context: client industry, compliance posture, specific questions 3. Generate summary following the output structure below ## Output Structure ### 1. Executive Overview (2–3 sentences) - Issuing authority, document type, core purpose - Most significant takeaway - Effective date or comment deadline ### 2. Document Metadata | Field | Detail | |---|---| | Issuing Agency | | | Document Type | Final rule / Proposed rule / Guidance / Enforcement / Other | | Citation / Docket No. | | | Effective Date | | | Comment Deadline | (if applicable) | | Compliance Deadline(s) | | | Regulated Entities | | | Supersedes / Amends | | ### 3. Key Provisions | # | Provision | Requirement / Prohibition | Citation (§, ¶, p.) | Compliance Action | |---|---|---|---|---| | 1 | | | | | - Quote operative definitions and critical language verbatim - Flag ambiguity or discretionary interpretation with `[AMBIGUOUS]` ### 4. Changes from Prior Framework | Area | Prior Rule | New Rule | Impact | |---|---|---|---| Omit if document does not amend a prior framework. ### 5. Safe Harbors & Exemptions - Each safe harbor, exemption, or de minimis threshold with citation - Qualifying conditions ### 6. Enforcement & Penalties | Violation Type | Penalty Range | Enforcement Mechanism | Citation | |---|---|---|---| ### 7. Cross-References - **[Citation]** — relevance to this document ### 8. Compliance Action Items | Priority | Action | Deadline | Notes | |---|---|---|---| | Immediate | | | | | Near-term | | | | | Ongoing | | | | ### 9. Open Questions & Ambiguities - Unclear or interpretation-dependent regulatory text - Expected future guidance or rulemaking - Issues requiring specialist follow-up ## Guardrails - **Source-grounded**: Never infer requirements absent from the document - **Pinpoint citations**: Section, paragraph, or page for every substantive claim - **Verbatim quoting**: Definitions, operative requirements, deadlines - **Plain language**: Pair with technical regulatory terminology - **`[AMBIGUOUS]` flag**: Mark interpretive uncertainty — do not guess agency intent - **Scale appropriately**: ~1 page for simple guidance, up to ~3 pages for complex final rules - **Procedural posture**: Note NPRM, interim final rule, or final rule when part of broader rulemaking - **Analytical neutrality**: Do not editorialize on policy merits
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