Supreme Court Families Security Act of 2022

12/30/2022, 12:04 AM

Supreme Court Families Security Act of 2022

This bill grants the Marshal of the Supreme Court and the Supreme Court Police the authority to protect any member of the immediate family, or employee, of the Chief Justice, any Associate Justice, or any officer of the Supreme Court if the Marshal determines such protection to be necessary.

Bill 117 HR 7712, also known as the Supreme Court Families Security Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to provide increased security measures for the families of Supreme Court Justices.

The bill outlines several key provisions, including the establishment of a dedicated security detail for the families of Supreme Court Justices. This security detail would be responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of the Justices' families, both at home and in public.

Additionally, the bill calls for the implementation of enhanced security protocols at the residences of Supreme Court Justices, as well as increased security measures at the Supreme Court building itself. These measures are intended to protect the Justices and their families from potential threats and ensure their safety while carrying out their duties. Overall, the Supreme Court Families Security Act of 2022 aims to provide peace of mind and protection for the families of Supreme Court Justices, allowing them to focus on their important work without fear for their safety.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 7712

Introduced on
2022-05-10

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/10/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Supreme Court Families Security Act of 2022

This bill grants the Marshal of the Supreme Court and the Supreme Court Police the authority to protect any member of the immediate family, or employee, of the Chief Justice, any Associate Justice, or any officer of the Supreme Court if the Marshal determines such protection to be necessary.

Bill 117 HR 7712, also known as the Supreme Court Families Security Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to provide increased security measures for the families of Supreme Court Justices.

The bill outlines several key provisions, including the establishment of a dedicated security detail for the families of Supreme Court Justices. This security detail would be responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of the Justices' families, both at home and in public.

Additionally, the bill calls for the implementation of enhanced security protocols at the residences of Supreme Court Justices, as well as increased security measures at the Supreme Court building itself. These measures are intended to protect the Justices and their families from potential threats and ensure their safety while carrying out their duties. Overall, the Supreme Court Families Security Act of 2022 aims to provide peace of mind and protection for the families of Supreme Court Justices, allowing them to focus on their important work without fear for their safety.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend title 40, United States Code, to grant the Supreme Court Police authority to protect the families of the justices, officers, and employees of the Supreme Court.

Policy Areas
Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact
Family relationships
Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
Judges
Law enforcement administration and funding
Law enforcement officers
Protection of officials
Supreme Court

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Latest Summary10/20/2022

Supreme Court Families Security Act of 2022

This bill grants the Marshal of the Supreme Court and the Supreme Court Police the authority to protect any member of the immediate family, or employee, of the Chief Justice, any...


Latest Action11/1/2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet.