Overview

• The Chevron Doctrine, established in 1984, allowed courts to defer to agencies' reasonable interpretations of ambiguous laws.
• A 6-3 Supreme Court decision now requires courts to independently interpret these statutes, without defaulting to agency expertise.
• Critics argue this shift will lead to increased judicial involvement in technical regulatory matters and potential gridlock.
• Supporters believe the ruling restores legislative authority and ensures agencies do not overstep their bounds.
• The decision's long-term impact on federal regulations and administrative law remains uncertain.