Judiciary Act of 2023
2/5/2024, 6:45 PMSummary of Bill HR 3422
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.
Congressional Summary of HR 3422
Judiciary Act of 2023
This bill increases from 9 to 13 the number of Justices on the Supreme Court.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3422
Bill HR 3422 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 17, 2023. Bill HR 3422 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 17, 2023. Bill HR 3422's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of May 17, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3422
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
126Democrat Cosponsors
126Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3422
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LawAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3422
Judiciary Act of 2023Judiciary Act of 2023To amend title 28, United States Code, to allow for twelve associate justices of the Supreme Court of the United States.Comments
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Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 18) disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Overdraft Lending: Very Large Financial Institutions"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 28) disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Defining Larger Participants of a Market for General-Use Digital Consumer Payment Applications"; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1526) to amend title 28, United States Code, to limit the authority of district courts to provide injunctive relief, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 22) to amend the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to require proof of United States citizenship to register an individual to vote in elections for Federal office, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.
Bill HRES 294April 8, 2025
Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 25) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Internal Revenue Service relating to "Gross Proceeds Reporting by Brokers That Regularly Provide Services Effectuating Digital Asset Sales"; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1156) to amend the CARES Act to extend the statute of limitations for fraud under certain unemployment programs, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1968) making further continuing appropriations and other extensions for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.
Bill HRES 211April 8, 2025
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Bill HR 22April 8, 2025
A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Overdraft Lending: Very Large Financial Institutions".
Bill SJRES 18April 8, 2025
A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Defining Larger Participants of a Market for General-Use Digital Consumer Payment Applications".
Bill SJRES 28April 8, 2025
Providing for the announcement of pairs from a written list furnished to the Clerk, and for other purposes.
Bill HRES 293April 8, 2025
Providing for the consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 23) permitting parental remote voting by proxy, and for other purposes.
Bill HRES 164April 8, 2025
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Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medals awarded under the 'Six Triple Eight' Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021.
Bill HCONRES 22April 8, 2025
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