Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that amends the scope of judicial review of agency actions to authorize courts reviewing agency actions to decide de novo (i.e., without giving deference to the agency's interpretation) all relevant questions of law.

Highlights:

• Amends the scope of judicial review of agency actions to authorize courts reviewing agency actions to decide de novo (i.e., without giving deference to the agency's interpretation) all relevant questions of law, including (Sec. 2):

• The interpretation of constitutional and statutory provisions; and

• Rules made by all agencies.

• Exempts a civil action from the standard of review required by this bill, except by specific reference to such provision (Sec. 2).

Full Bill Text

Full Bill Text