A bill to permit the televising of Supreme Court proceedings.

3/28/2025, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 1146

Bill 119 s 1146, also known as the "Televising Supreme Court Proceedings Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to allow for the televising of Supreme Court proceedings. The bill seeks to increase transparency and accessibility to the highest court in the United States by allowing the public to view oral arguments and other proceedings through televised broadcasts.

If passed, the bill would require the Supreme Court to permit the televising of all open sessions, including oral arguments and the announcement of opinions. The bill also includes provisions to ensure that the televising of proceedings does not interfere with the administration of justice or compromise the integrity of the court.

Supporters of the bill argue that televising Supreme Court proceedings would provide the public with a better understanding of the judicial process and increase accountability of the court. They believe that allowing the public to view proceedings would promote transparency and trust in the judicial system. Opponents of the bill, however, raise concerns about the potential negative impact of televising Supreme Court proceedings. They argue that televising proceedings could lead to sensationalism, distortions of the legal process, and compromise the impartiality of the court. Overall, Bill 119 s 1146 is a controversial piece of legislation that seeks to increase transparency and accessibility to the Supreme Court through televised broadcasts. The bill has sparked debate among lawmakers, legal experts, and the public about the potential benefits and drawbacks of televising Supreme Court proceedings.

Current Status of Bill S 1146

Bill S 1146 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 26, 2025. Bill S 1146 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 26, 2025.  Bill S 1146's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S1874) as of March 26, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1146

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
2
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
3
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1146

Primary Policy Focus


Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1146

A bill to permit the televising of Supreme Court proceedings.A bill to permit the televising of Supreme Court proceedings.
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