Landmark Environmental Law Case to Be Reviewed by Supreme Court

Chevron Doctrine Faces New Scrutiny

Oral Argument Set for February 29, 1984

In a move that is sending shockwaves through the legal community, the Supreme Court has agreed to review the landmark environmental law case, Chevron U.S.A., Inc. v. Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc., 467 U.S. 837 (1984). The Chevron doctrine, as it is known, has been a cornerstone of environmental regulation for decades, and its reconsideration by the Court could have far-reaching implications.

The Chevron doctrine was established in 1984 when the Supreme Court ruled that courts should defer to the interpretations of ambiguous statutes by the agencies tasked with enforcing them. This deference has been justified on the grounds of the agencies' expertise and their ability to consider the broader context of the statute in question.

However, in recent years, the Chevron doctrine has come under increasing scrutiny, with critics arguing that it has given too much power to agencies and has resulted in a lack of judicial oversight. The Supreme Court's decision to review the doctrine is a sign that the Court itself is reconsidering its deference to agencies.

The oral argument in the case is scheduled for February 29, 1984, and is expected to be one of the most closely watched legal events of the year. The outcome of the case could have a significant impact on the future of environmental regulation in the United States.