Bill 119 HR 97, also known as the "Injunctive Authority Clarification Act of 2021," aims to amend title 28 of the United States Code to prevent the issuance of national injunctions. National injunctions are court orders that apply to the entire country, rather than just the parties involved in a specific case.
The bill seeks to limit the power of federal judges to issue these broad injunctions, which have been a source of controversy in recent years. Proponents of the bill argue that national injunctions can undermine the authority of the executive branch and disrupt the balance of power between the branches of government.
If passed, the bill would restrict the scope of injunctions to only apply to the parties involved in a particular case, rather than the entire country. This would help ensure that court decisions are more narrowly tailored and do not have unintended consequences for individuals and businesses who are not directly involved in the litigation.
Overall, the Injunctive Authority Clarification Act of 2021 seeks to promote a more balanced and restrained approach to judicial power, while also protecting the rights of individuals and businesses from overly broad court orders.