Answer: devolves

AnswerCrossword Clue
DEVOLVESDelegates to another
devolvesDEVOLVE, to transfer from one person to another
devolves(of duties or responsibility) Pass to (a body or person at a lower level)
devolvesTransfer or delegate (power) to a lower level, esp. from central government to local or regional administration
devolvesDegenerate or be split into