[Vocabulary] Rules and Regulations

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Hello,

I have a question about this phrase: "Supporters of the decision, including the immigration commissioner, said it would help the government regularize people and clarify the citizenship rules." (
http://www.nytimes.com/2013/10/24/w...o-legal-limbo-by-court.html?pagewanted=1&_r=0)

I don't seem to get what "regularize people" means. Is it "equalize"? Or "make everyone go by the same rules"? Which one of these meanings?

Also, what's the difference between rules and regulations?

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It means that people who are staying in the country illegally will be able to obtain legal documents.
 

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Also, what's the difference between 'rules' and 'regulations'?


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Thank you for your answers.
 

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For the second time, Cynthia, your appreciation is welcome, but there is no need to write a new post to say thank you. Simply click the Like button on any posts you find helpful. It means that we don't have to open the thread again to read your new post and then find that it doesn't include any new information or an additional question.​


 
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