Real Courts, Rule of Law Act of 2022

Real Courts, Rule of Law Act of 2022

This bill establishes the U.S. Immigration Courts, a system of courts to be independent of the executive branch. The bill also transfers all functions of the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) to the Immigration Courts, with some exceptions. (Currently, the EOIR, located in the Department of Justice, has authority to adjudicate immigration cases.)

The trial division of the Immigration Courts shall have jurisdiction over various immigration-related matters, including (1) removal proceedings, (2) reviews of rescissions of lawful permanent resident status, and (3) reviews of credible fear determinations in applications for refugee status. The appellate division shall have jurisdiction over appeals of decisions by the trial division and certain Department of Homeland Security determinations.

The bill establishes various requirements and authorities relating to the Immigration Courts, including qualifications, length of term in office, and mandatory retirement age for judges. Each appellate division judge must be appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate, and the appellate division shall appoint the trial division judges.

Bill 117 HR 6577, also known as the Real Courts, Rule of Law Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to strengthen the rule of law and ensure the proper functioning of the judicial system in the United States.

The bill includes several key provisions aimed at achieving this goal. One of the main provisions is the establishment of a commission to study and make recommendations on ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the federal court system. This commission would be tasked with examining issues such as case management, judicial workload, and the use of technology in the courts.

Another important provision of the bill is the authorization of additional funding for federal courts to help address backlogs and delays in the judicial system. This funding would be used to hire more judges, court staff, and support personnel, as well as to invest in technology and infrastructure improvements. Additionally, the bill includes measures to enhance transparency and accountability in the judicial system. This includes requirements for judges to disclose financial interests and recuse themselves from cases where they have a conflict of interest. The bill also includes provisions to improve access to justice for all Americans, including measures to expand legal aid services and improve the availability of court interpreters for non-English speakers. Overall, Bill 117 HR 6577 aims to strengthen the rule of law and ensure the proper functioning of the judicial system in the United States. By addressing issues such as court efficiency, funding, transparency, and access to justice, this bill seeks to uphold the principles of fairness, equality, and justice for all Americans.