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Federal Courts Expansion: Adding Judges to Reduce Case Backlogs.

This law authorizes a significant, phased increase in the number of permanent federal district judgeships between 2025 and 2035 to address the massive backlog of nearly 700,000 pending cases. For citizens, this means potentially faster resolution of federal civil and criminal cases, improving overall access to justice. The legislation also mandates greater transparency regarding judicial workload.
Key points
Creation of dozens of new, permanent federal district judge positions across the US to significantly reduce waiting times for court decisions.
Implementation of organizational changes in district courts in Utah, Texas, and California to better serve local communities.
Requirement for public reports on judicial workloads and system efficiency, increasing transparency in court operations.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_9625
Sponsor: Rep. Issa, Darrell [R-CA-48]
Process start date: 2024-09-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

JUDGES Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9625.

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 2024-09-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of dozens of new, permanent federal district judge positions across the US to significantly reduce waiting times for court decisions.
  • Implementation of organizational changes in district courts in Utah, Texas, and California to better serve local communities.
  • Requirement for public reports on judicial workloads and system efficiency, increasing transparency in court operations.
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. Issa, Darrell [R-CA-48].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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