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Sunset Chevron Act

This bill requires the Comptroller General (GAO) to compile a list of federal rules that were upheld by courts based on the 'Chevron deference' doctrine. These rules are set to automatically expire (sunset) according to a schedule established by the bill. The bill also modifies the application of the Congressional Review Act regarding these specific rules.
Key points
Sunset of Rules: Rules currently in effect that were upheld by federal courts based on Chevron deference will cease to have force or effect.
GAO List: The Comptroller General must publish a list of relevant court decisions and rules within 180 days of enactment.
Sunset Schedule: The most recent rule sunsets 30 days after the list is published, with prior rules sunsetting sequentially in subsequent 30-day intervals.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_8889
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Mark E. [R-TN-7]
Process start date: 2024-06-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Sunset Chevron Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8889.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-06-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Sunset of Rules: Rules currently in effect that were upheld by federal courts based on Chevron deference will cease to have force or effect.
  • GAO List: The Comptroller General must publish a list of relevant court decisions and rules within 180 days of enactment.
  • Sunset Schedule: The most recent rule sunsets 30 days after the list is published, with prior rules sunsetting sequentially in subsequent 30-day intervals.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Green, Mark E. [R-TN-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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