Major Question Exception

/ˈmeɪdʒər ˈkwɛstʃən ɪkˈsɛpʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A legal doctrine allowing courts to require clear congressional authorization for agency actions of vast economic or political significance.
    The court applied the major question exception to invalidate the regulatory agency’s overbroad rule.

Forms

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Commentary

Use this term when discussing limits on administrative agency authority and judicial deference to agency interpretations under the major questions doctrine.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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