Abstract
In recent years, the landscape of environmental law has been reshaped by a series of landmark federal court decisions. This Article explores the transformative impact of three pivotal environmental decisions—Juliana v. United States, Board of County Commissioners of Boulder County v. Suncor Energy, Inc., and Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency—on the environmental legal landscape in Illinois. These cases collectively challenge boundaries and raise critical questions about federal government accountability for climate change, corporate environmental liability, and the delicate balance between federal and state governance over environmental issues. First, this Article will examine the important rulings from each case dissecting the legal arguments, decisions, and broader environmental implications. This Article, then, aims to explore the collective impact of these federal precedents on Illinois state law and policy. Finally, by examining these federal decisions and their implications for Illinois, this Article seeks to offer a forward-looking perspective and comprehensive analysis on the current trends and future directions of Illinois environmental law.
Recommended Citation
Arielle McPherson,
Federal Precedents and State Consequences: Tracing the Impact of Recent Federal Environmental Decisions on Illinois Law,
48
S. Ill. U. L.J.
573
(2024).
Available at:
https://opensiuc.lib.siu.edu/siulj/vol48/iss4/6