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Limiting Funds for Public Defender Services in D.C.

This bill proposes to cap federal funds for public defender services in District of Columbia courts for fiscal year 2024. This means there will be a maximum amount available to provide legal assistance to individuals who cannot afford it. This could impact the quality and availability of legal services for D.C. residents needing court defense.
Key points
Sets a maximum of $46,005,000 for federal funding of D.C. public defender services for 2024.
Could affect the number of public defenders available or their caseloads, potentially impacting trial wait times and the quality of legal defense.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_2096
Sponsor: Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]
Process start date: 2023-03-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for District of Columbia, Federal Payment for Defender Services in DC Courts for fiscal year 2024.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2096.

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 2023-03-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Sets a maximum of $46,005,000 for federal funding of D.C. public defender services for 2024.
  • Could affect the number of public defenders available or their caseloads, potentially impacting trial wait times and the quality of legal defense.
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. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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