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Supreme Court Ethics Act
12/31/2022, 5:04 AM
Summary of Bill HR 4766
Bill 117 HR 4766, also known as the Supreme Court Ethics Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a code of ethics for Supreme Court Justices in order to ensure transparency, accountability, and integrity within the highest court in the land.
The bill outlines specific guidelines for ethical conduct that Supreme Court Justices must adhere to, including rules regarding conflicts of interest, financial disclosures, and recusal from cases where a Justice may have a personal or financial interest. Additionally, the bill requires Justices to disclose any gifts or travel expenses received from outside sources.
One of the key provisions of the Supreme Court Ethics Act is the establishment of an independent ethics committee to oversee compliance with the code of ethics and investigate any allegations of misconduct. This committee would be responsible for reviewing complaints, conducting investigations, and recommending disciplinary action if necessary. Overall, the Supreme Court Ethics Act aims to promote transparency and accountability within the Supreme Court, ensuring that Justices uphold the highest ethical standards in their decision-making and maintain the public's trust in the integrity of the judicial system.
The bill outlines specific guidelines for ethical conduct that Supreme Court Justices must adhere to, including rules regarding conflicts of interest, financial disclosures, and recusal from cases where a Justice may have a personal or financial interest. Additionally, the bill requires Justices to disclose any gifts or travel expenses received from outside sources.
One of the key provisions of the Supreme Court Ethics Act is the establishment of an independent ethics committee to oversee compliance with the code of ethics and investigate any allegations of misconduct. This committee would be responsible for reviewing complaints, conducting investigations, and recommending disciplinary action if necessary. Overall, the Supreme Court Ethics Act aims to promote transparency and accountability within the Supreme Court, ensuring that Justices uphold the highest ethical standards in their decision-making and maintain the public's trust in the integrity of the judicial system.
Congressional Summary of HR 4766
Supreme Court Ethics Act
This bill establishes a new statutory requirement for the Judicial Conference of the United States to issue a judicial code of conduct for judges and justices of U.S. courts, including Justices of the Supreme Court.
Currently, the Judicial Conference issues a code of conduct for judges of U.S. courts (but not for Justices of the Supreme Court).
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Current Status of Bill HR 4766
Bill HR 4766 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 28, 2021. Bill HR 4766 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 28, 2021. Bill HR 4766's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet. as of November 1, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4766
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
266Democrat Cosponsors
266Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4766
Primary Policy Focus
LawAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4766
To amend title 28, United States Code, to provide for a code of conduct for justices and judges of the courts of the United States.
Supreme Court Ethics Act
Supreme Court Ethics Act
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