Judiciary Act of 2023

2/5/2024, 6:45 PM

Judiciary Act of 2023

This bill increases from 9 to 13 the number of Justices on the Supreme Court.

Bill 118 hr 3422, also known as the Judiciary Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to make significant changes to the federal judiciary system in order to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of new federal judgeships in various districts across the country. This is intended to help alleviate the backlog of cases in the federal court system and ensure that justice is delivered in a timely manner.

Additionally, the Judiciary Act of 2023 includes measures to increase transparency and accountability within the judiciary. This includes requirements for judges to disclose financial interests and potential conflicts of interest, as well as provisions for the regular review and evaluation of judicial performance. The bill also addresses issues related to diversity within the federal judiciary, with provisions aimed at increasing the representation of women and minorities on the bench. This is seen as a crucial step towards ensuring that the judiciary reflects the diversity of the American population and can better serve all citizens. Overall, the Judiciary Act of 2023 represents a comprehensive effort to reform and improve the federal judiciary system. If passed, the bill has the potential to have a significant impact on the functioning of the courts and the delivery of justice in the United States.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 3422

Introduced on
2023-05-17

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/17/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Judiciary Act of 2023

This bill increases from 9 to 13 the number of Justices on the Supreme Court.

Bill 118 hr 3422, also known as the Judiciary Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to make significant changes to the federal judiciary system in order to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of new federal judgeships in various districts across the country. This is intended to help alleviate the backlog of cases in the federal court system and ensure that justice is delivered in a timely manner.

Additionally, the Judiciary Act of 2023 includes measures to increase transparency and accountability within the judiciary. This includes requirements for judges to disclose financial interests and potential conflicts of interest, as well as provisions for the regular review and evaluation of judicial performance. The bill also addresses issues related to diversity within the federal judiciary, with provisions aimed at increasing the representation of women and minorities on the bench. This is seen as a crucial step towards ensuring that the judiciary reflects the diversity of the American population and can better serve all citizens. Overall, the Judiciary Act of 2023 represents a comprehensive effort to reform and improve the federal judiciary system. If passed, the bill has the potential to have a significant impact on the functioning of the courts and the delivery of justice in the United States.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend title 28, United States Code, to allow for twelve associate justices of the Supreme Court of the United States.

Policy Areas
Law

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Latest Summary2/5/2024

Judiciary Act of 2023

This bill increases from 9 to 13 the number of Justices on the Supreme Court.


Latest Action5/17/2023
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.