 And that's a big deal because these agencies are responsible for regulating many aspects of life in America, like immigration, clean air standards, agriculture, and financial institutions. But in recent years, this doctrine has been the target of conservatives who think these agencies have far too much power. So what does this ruling mean for the future of administrative agencies and their power to regulate? Jodi Freeman is a law professor at Harvard where she teaches environmental and administrative law. Welcome to All Things Considered.