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Independent Immigration Courts: New Rules and Structure

This act establishes independent Immigration Courts, operating outside executive branch control. The goal is to enhance fairness and efficiency in immigration cases, impacting the rights and obligations of individuals seeking immigration status and the speed of their case processing.
Key points
Creation of independent U.S. Immigration Courts with appellate, trial, and administrative divisions, aiming for greater impartiality.
Immigration judges will be appointed for 15-year terms by the President (appeals judges) or the appellate division (trial judges), enhancing their independence.
Introduction of clear qualifications for judges, continuing education requirements, and rules for compensation and removal from office, raising standards.
The courts will have their own budget, independent of the executive branch, strengthening their autonomy.
Establishment of legal assistance and interpreter programs to ensure fair access to justice for all parties.
All court decisions and records will be publicly available, with exceptions for confidential information, increasing transparency.
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Print number: 118_HR_7724
Sponsor: Rep. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-18]
Process start date: 2024-03-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Real Courts, Rule of Law Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7724.

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 2024-03-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of independent U.S. Immigration Courts with appellate, trial, and administrative divisions, aiming for greater impartiality.
  • Immigration judges will be appointed for 15-year terms by the President (appeals judges) or the appellate division (trial judges), enhancing their independence.
  • Introduction of clear qualifications for judges, continuing education requirements, and rules for compensation and removal from office, raising standards.
  • The courts will have their own budget, independent of the executive branch, strengthening their autonomy.
  • Establishment of legal assistance and interpreter programs to ensure fair access to justice for all parties.
  • All court decisions and records will be publicly available, with exceptions for confidential information, increasing transparency.
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. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-18].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

CATEGORIES

Courts and Law Migration