Regulatory Process
Chevron Deference
Definition
A legal doctrine (from Chevron v. NRDC, 1984) under which courts defer to an agency's reasonable interpretation of an ambiguous statute it administers. Overturned by Loper Bright v. Raimondo (2024).
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APA
Administrative Procedure Act. The 1946 federal law that governs how agencies develop and issue regulations, including requirements for public notice and comment.
Federal CourtA court established by the federal government to hear cases involving federal law, the Constitution, or disputes between states.
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Common Questions
- What is a chevron deference?
- A legal doctrine (from Chevron v. NRDC, 1984) under which courts defer to an agency's reasonable interpretation of an ambiguous statute it administers. Overturned by Loper Bright v. Raimondo (2024).
- What terms are related to chevron deference?
- Related terms include: APA, Federal Court. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for chevron deference.