Supreme Court overturns 1984 Chevron precedent, curbing power of federal government
Landmark ruling reduces deference to executive agencies in interpreting statutes
Decision has major implications for environmental and other regulations
The Supreme Court on Friday reduced the power of executive agencies by sweeping aside a longstanding legal precedent known as Chevron deference.
When the Supreme Court first issued its decision in the Chevron case more than 40 years ago, the decision was not necessarily regarded as a major victory for agencies. However, over time, Chevron deference has been cited by agencies and lower courts to uphold a wide range of agency actions, including those that many critics have argued were arbitrary and capricious.
In recent years, there has been a growing backlash against Chevron deference, with many legal scholars and judges arguing that it has given agencies too much power.
The Supreme Court's decision on Friday is a major victory for those who have been critical of Chevron deference. The decision will make it easier for courts to overturn agency actions that they believe are unreasonable.
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