One criticism of administrative procedures includes the complexity of what?

The complexity of rules and regulations written in complex legal language is a significant criticism of administrative procedures. This complexity can create barriers to understanding and compliance for individuals and organizations trying to navigate these regulations. When legal language is dense and filled with jargon, it often becomes inaccessible to the general public or even to those who are not experts in the field. This can lead to confusion, misinterpretation, and difficulty in ensuring compliance with the rules. Effective governance relies on transparency and clarity, and overly complex legal language undermines these principles, making it harder for stakeholders to participate meaningfully in administrative processes.

In contrast, the other options—such as funding decisions, public outreach programs, and training programs for personnel—may have their own challenges, but they do not specifically address the inherent complexity that arises from legal language and its impact on understanding and engagement with administrative procedures.