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More Judges for Appeals Courts: Faster Case Resolution.

This act increases the number of judges in federal circuit courts of appeals, aiming to speed up case processing. For citizens, this means potentially shorter waiting times for court decisions on important matters like legal disputes or appeals.
Key points
Increases the number of judges in eight out of twelve federal circuit courts of appeals.
Aims to streamline court operations and reduce case backlogs.
May lead to quicker resolution of legal cases affecting citizens.
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Print number: 117_HR_8936
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank," Jr. [D-GA-4]
Process start date: 2022-09-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Circuit Court Judgeships Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8936.

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 2022-09-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increases the number of judges in eight out of twelve federal circuit courts of appeals.
  • Aims to streamline court operations and reduce case backlogs.
  • May lead to quicker resolution of legal cases affecting citizens.
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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