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Supreme Court Transparency: Requiring Reasons and Votes for Emergency Decisions.

This law aims to increase transparency in the Supreme Court's emergency decision-making process, often called the "shadow docket." It requires the Court to publish written explanations and disclose the individual votes of justices whenever they issue an order granting or denying immediate relief (injunctions or stays). This ensures citizens understand the reasoning behind quick rulings that can immediately affect their rights and daily lives.
Key points
The Supreme Court must provide written reasons for all emergency orders concerning injunctions or stays of relief.
The individual vote of every participating justice must be publicly disclosed for these quick decisions.
The new rules apply to procedural transparency and do not change the legal standards courts use to decide cases.
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Print number: 118_S_4388
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Process start date: 2024-05-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Shadow Docket Sunlight Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4388.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-05-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Supreme Court must provide written reasons for all emergency orders concerning injunctions or stays of relief.
  • The individual vote of every participating justice must be publicly disclosed for these quick decisions.
  • The new rules apply to procedural transparency and do not change the legal standards courts use to decide cases.
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. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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