Casten Statement on Chevron Decision
Washington, D,C. - Today, U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) released the following statement on the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the 1984 decision in Chevron v. National Resources Defense Council:
“Today we received yet another anti-majoritarian decision that is detrimental to our federal agencies, particularly the ones doing important work to combat the climate crisis,” said Congressman Casten. “The Court consistently fails to fulfill the will of the American people. This decision will prevent public servants from using their experience and subject matter expertise to implement policy effectively. It will limit the federal government’s ability to protect consumers, keep people healthy, and protect our planet.
“The Court’s failures are an issue Congress can and must fix. Last year, I introduced the Restoring Judicial Separation of Powers Act to revert the Court’s jurisdiction to align with Article III of the Constitution and fix the structural problems which allow the Court to be gamed for political advantages. I urge Congress to swiftly consider this legislation before more harm can be done.”