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Federal Courts Stabilized: Converting Temporary District Judgeships to Permanent Positions.

This law converts several existing temporary federal district judgeships across ten states into permanent positions. The goal is to enhance the stability and efficiency of the federal judiciary system. For citizens, this means that federal courts in these regions will have a permanently increased capacity, potentially leading to faster resolution of both civil and criminal cases.
Key points
Temporary federal judgeships in 10 districts (including California, Florida, Texas, Arizona) are made permanent.
This change ensures greater stability and better resources for federal courts, potentially speeding up case resolution for the public.
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VOTING RESULTS
2024-12-17
100%
For 390
Against 0
Abstain 0
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_3998
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
Process start date: 2024-03-20
Voting date: 2024-12-17
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 503
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Federal Judiciary Stabilization Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3998.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Temporary federal judgeships in 10 districts (including California, Florida, Texas, Arizona) are made permanent.
  • This change ensures greater stability and better resources for federal courts, potentially speeding up case resolution for the public.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 118-203.

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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