Separation of Powers Restoration Act of 2025

The Separation of Powers Restoration Act of 2025 would change how courts review decisions made by federal agencies. Currently, courts often give deference to agencies' interpretations of laws and regulations when reviewing their actions. This bill would eliminate that deference, requiring courts to independently decide all legal questions, including how to interpret the Constitution, statutes, and agency rules, without accepting the agency's interpretation as authoritative.

If enacted, this could significantly impact how citizens interact with federal agencies. Individuals or organizations challenging agency decisions in court would have a better chance of success since judges would not automatically defer to the agency's legal reasoning. This might make it easier to challenge regulations on environmental protection, workplace safety, healthcare, and other areas where agencies make rules affecting daily life. However, it could also create more legal uncertainty, as different courts might interpret the same laws differently without a consistent agency position to rely on.