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District Court Judgeships Act of 2021
12/31/2022, 5:04 AM
Summary of Bill HR 4886
The bill aims to address the growing caseloads in federal district courts by authorizing the addition of new judgeships in districts where there is a demonstrated need. By increasing the number of judgeships, the bill seeks to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the federal court system, ensuring that cases are heard in a timely manner and justice is served.
The District Court Judgeships Act of 2021 is a bipartisan effort to address the challenges facing the federal court system and ensure that it can continue to fulfill its vital role in upholding the rule of law. The bill has received support from both Democrats and Republicans in Congress, highlighting the widespread recognition of the need for additional judgeships in certain districts. Overall, the District Court Judgeships Act of 2021 is a significant piece of legislation that aims to strengthen the federal court system and ensure that it can continue to serve the American people effectively. It represents a bipartisan effort to address a pressing issue and improve the administration of justice in the United States.
Congressional Summary of HR 4886
District Court Judgeships Act of 2021
This bill requires the appointment of additional U.S. district court judges and converts certain temporary district court judgeships into permanent judgeships.
Specifically, the bill requires the appointment of 203 district court judges in specified judicial districts in Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, and West Virginia.
Additionally, the bill converts certain temporary district court judgeships to permanent judgeships in specified judicial districts in Alabama, Arizona, California, Florida, Kansas, Missouri, New Mexico, North Carolina, and Texas.
