Faith and Law
Religious Liberty and Regulations: Implications of Overturning Chevron
Sep 18, 2024
Laura Wolk Slavis from Becket advocates for religious liberties, while Paul J. Ray of the Heritage Foundation offers insights on regulatory policies, and Rachel Morrison from the Ethics and Public Policy Center discusses the implications of recent legal changes. They delve into how the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Chevron deference impacts agency rules and religious freedom. The conversation also examines the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, highlighting conflicts between accommodations for pregnant employees and religious beliefs.
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- The Supreme Court's overturning of Chevron deference empowers Congress to limit federal agencies' regulatory interpretations that may infringe on religious freedom.
- Effective congressional engagement in the regulatory process is crucial to ensure that laws, like the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, align with religious beliefs and rights.
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Impact of Loper-Bright and the End of Chevron Deference
The recent Supreme Court decision in Loper-Bright Enterprises marked a significant shift in the regulatory landscape by overturning the long-standing doctrine of Chevron deference. This ruling asserts that courts, rather than federal agencies, should interpret ambiguous statutory provisions unless Congress explicitly grants regulatory discretion to the agencies. This change aims to enhance congressional authority by limiting the power of agencies to make substantial legal interpretations without direct input from Congress. The implications for religious freedom are profound, as the ruling empowers Congress to ensure that agency rules do not infringe upon individual religious rights and freedoms.
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