To amend title 5, United States Code, to provide that judicial...
To amend title 5, United States Code, to provide that judicial review under the Administrative Procedure Act does not include any evidence that the court determines is not the product of reliable scientific principles and methods.
This bill, HB9277, proposes changes to how courts review certain types of evidence in administrative cases. Specifically, it aims to ensure that courts do not consider evidence that is not based on reliable scientific principles and methods when reviewing decisions made by federal agencies. This could affect individuals and organizations involved in administrative proceedings by potentially limiting the types of evidence that can be used against them.
HB9277 was introduced on June 11, 2026, and has been referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary for further consideration. The bill is currently in its initial stages, having just been introduced and referred. The next steps will likely involve committee review, potential amendments, and a vote by the full House.
The key action so far is that the bill was introduced and referred to the appropriate committee. Moving forward, the committee will likely hold hearings, gather expert opinions, and decide whether to recommend the bill for further legislative action. This bill could impact how scientific evidence is treated in federal administrative law, influencing both government agencies and private parties in administrative proceedings.
