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Penalties for Unauthorized Disclosure of Supreme Court Confidential Information

This new law introduces prison sentences or fines for Supreme Court employees who unauthorizedly disclose confidential information. Its aim is to protect internal decision-making processes and the privacy of justices, indirectly impacting public trust in government institutions.
Key points
Supreme Court officers or employees who disclose confidential information without authorization may face up to 5 years in prison or a fine.
Confidential information includes internal notes, communications between justices and staff, draft opinions, final opinions before public release, and personal information of justices.
The act seeks to prevent unauthorized leaks from the Supreme Court.
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Print number: 117_HR_7917
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Mike [R-LA-4]
Process start date: 2022-05-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Leaker Accountability Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7917.

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 2022-05-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Supreme Court officers or employees who disclose confidential information without authorization may face up to 5 years in prison or a fine.
  • Confidential information includes internal notes, communications between justices and staff, draft opinions, final opinions before public release, and personal information of justices.
  • The act seeks to prevent unauthorized leaks from the Supreme Court.
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, Mike [R-LA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

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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