This bill introduces new standards for the review of state agency interpretations in legal actions involving state agencies. It amends RSA 541-A by adding a new section, 541-A:24-a, which stipulates that courts or hearing officers shall not defer to state agencies' interpretations of statutes, regulations, or subregulatory documents. Instead, they are required to interpret these legal texts de novo, meaning they will make their own interpretations without relying on the agency's perspective. Additionally, the bill mandates that any remaining doubts regarding legal meanings must be resolved in favor of interpretations that limit agency power and enhance individual liberties, particularly concerning restrictions, fees, fines, or civil or criminal actions stemming from state regulations.

Furthermore, the bill adds a new section to RSA 21, titled "Presumption of Liberty in Administrative Law," which reinforces the same principles established in RSA 541-A:24-a. This section emphasizes that courts or hearing officers must prioritize interpretations that maximize individual liberty when dealing with state agency actions. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2027. Overall, the proposed changes aim to curtail the power of state agencies and protect individual rights in administrative law contexts.