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Ethics Code for Supreme Court and Federal Judges

This legal act mandates the creation of a code of conduct for all Supreme Court and other federal judges. This aims to increase transparency and public trust in the judiciary, influencing how citizens perceive judicial impartiality.
Key points
Requires the creation of an ethics code for federal judges within one year of the act's enactment.
The code will apply to all judges but may include specific provisions for different categories of judges.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2512
Sponsor: Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT]
Process start date: 2021-07-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supreme Court Ethics Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2512.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires the creation of an ethics code for federal judges within one year of the act's enactment.
  • The code will apply to all judges but may include specific provisions for different categories of judges.
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 Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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