Democratic senators are taking steps to counter a Supreme Court decision that restricts federal agencies' regulatory authority.
NBC News reported that the new bill aims to reinstate the previous standard, allowing agencies more flexibility in interpreting ambiguous statutes.
On Tuesday, Democratic senators will introduce legislation to reverse the recent Supreme Court ruling.
The ruling imposes new constraints on federal agencies' regulatory powers.
The Supreme Court decision, made last month, affects various sectors including environmental and consumer protection regulations. The legislation, known as the Stop Corporate Capture Act, is spearheaded by Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass.
The bill has garnered support from nine other Democratic senators and Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt. It aims to restore the standard that permitted agencies some discretion in interpreting vaguely written laws.
This discretion was abused by federal agencies for years which was a large part of why the Supreme Court ruled to overturn it and force Congress to do its job.
The Supreme Court's ruling overturned the "Chevron deference" principle from the 1984 Chevron v. Natural Resources Defense Council case. Conservatives and business interests have long opposed Chevron deference, while liberals favored it for its regulatory flexibility.
Sen. Warren criticized the Supreme Court's decision, stating, "Giant corporations are using far-right, unelected judges to hijack our government and undermine the will of Congress." She emphasized the bill's role in bringing transparency and efficiency to the rule-making process.
She added that the legislation would "make sure corporate interest groups can’t substitute their preferences for the judgment of Congress and the expert agencies." The bill also includes measures to streamline the rule-making process.
One significant provision aims to defend independent scientific expertise. It requires the disclosure of industry-funded research and potential conflicts of interest.
The House Administration Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing on Tuesday, coinciding with the introduction of the bill. The committee will discuss how to adapt to the Supreme Court's decision.
The Stop Corporate Capture Act addresses concerns raised by the Supreme Court's limitations on agency power. The ruling has implications for various regulatory areas, prompting a legislative response.
Democratic senators are rallying behind the bill to counteract the perceived negative impact of the Supreme Court's decision. The legislation seeks to reinforce the ability of federal agencies to regulate effectively.
Sen. Warren's bill reflects a broader effort to maintain robust regulatory oversight. By overturning the recent Supreme Court ruling, Democrats aim to preserve the regulatory flexibility that was provided by Chevron deference.
The legislation represents a clash between different ideological perspectives on the role of federal agencies. Conservatives argue for limited agency power, while liberals advocate for broader regulatory authority.
The outcome of this legislative push could significantly influence future regulatory practices and the balance of power between the judiciary and federal agencies.
In summary, Democratic senators are moving to overturn a Supreme Court ruling that limits federal agencies' regulatory powers.
The Stop Corporate Capture Act, led by Sen. Elizabeth Warren, seeks to restore previous regulatory standards and ensure transparency and efficiency in the rule-making process. The House Administration Committee will discuss adapting to the ruling in a hearing scheduled for the same day.
