Congressional Review Act: Mechanics of a Regulatory Wrecking Ball

The Congressional Review Act (CRA) is a legislative tool that Congress can use to undue regulations finalized by Executive Branch agencies. In particular, and in specific circumstances, the CRA is most powerful when utilized if there is a change in Presidential Administration, presenting implications for pending regulatory actions in the final year of an Administration.

Joe Brazauskas discussed the CRA’s operation and its potential impact on the Biden Administration’s regulatory policy.