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Increased Access to Public Defenders in Federal Cases

This act aims to ensure that every federal judicial district has an organization providing public defenders. This means individuals who cannot afford a lawyer in federal cases will have easier access to free legal assistance, potentially impacting the fairness of court proceedings.
Key points
Requires the establishment of public defender organizations in every federal judicial district.
Allows two adjacent districts to establish a single defender organization.
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Print number: 117_HR_7160
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank," Jr. [D-GA-4]
Process start date: 2022-03-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Access to Justice Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7160.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires the establishment of public defender organizations in every federal judicial district.
  • Allows two adjacent districts to establish a single defender organization.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank," Jr. [D-GA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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