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.
Bill Summary
Requires courts to exclude evidence in certain cases if it's not based on reliable scientific principles and methods. Limits the evidence that can be used in judicial reviews of government agency decisions.
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Bill Journey
- Jun 11, 2026
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The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects government agencies and individuals or organizations involved in lawsuits against those agencies, by potentially limiting the evidence that can be used in court. It may also impact the outcome of cases involving scientific or technical evidence.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Republican1
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Bill Details
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