OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
A bill to authorize an additional district judgeship for the district of Idaho.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_7.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2023-01-23.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Increases the number of district judges in Idaho from two to three, intended to reduce workload and accelerate court proceedings.
- Citizens and businesses in Idaho may experience shorter waiting times for resolutions in federal matters, such as civil disputes or criminal cases.
- The President must appoint the new judge with the advice and consent of the Senate.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Sen. Crapo, Mike [R-ID].
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 2025-12-27.
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.