H.R. 288
Ends court deference to agency legal interpretations, making it easier for businesses to challenge regulations.
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Weakens agencies' ability to defend health, safety and consumer rules in court.
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Separation of Powers Restoration Act of 2023 or SOPRA This bill modifies the scope of judicial review of agency actions to authorize courts reviewing agency actions to decide de novo (i.e., without giving deference to the agency's interpretation) all relevant questions of law, including the interpretation of (1) constitutional and statutory provisions, (2) rules made by agencies, (3) interpretative rules, (4) general statements of policy, and (5) all other agency guidance documents. No law may exempt a civil action from the standard of review required by this bill except by specific reference to such provision.
Summary by the Congressional Research Service, passed house version.
On Passage, Jun 15, 2023 · Passed