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Supreme Court Proceedings Televised: Increased Transparency for Citizens

This new law will allow television coverage of Supreme Court proceedings, meaning citizens can follow important court cases live. This provides easier access to information on how key legal decisions, impacting daily life, are made.
Key points
All open sessions of the Supreme Court will be televised.
Coverage can only be stopped if a majority of justices decide it violates due process rights of parties.
Citizens will gain direct insight into the Supreme Court's decision-making processes.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_807
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2021-03-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Cameras in the Courtroom Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_807.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All open sessions of the Supreme Court will be televised.
  • Coverage can only be stopped if a majority of justices decide it violates due process rights of parties.
  • Citizens will gain direct insight into the Supreme Court's decision-making processes.
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. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Committee on the Judiciary. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

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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