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To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for The Judiciary, Court of Appeals, District Courts, and Other Judicial Services, Salaries and Expenses for fiscal year 2024.

12/15/2023, 3:56 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2082

Bill 118 hr 2082, also known as the "Judiciary Funding Limitation Act of 2024," aims to place restrictions on the availability of funds for The Judiciary, Court of Appeals, District Courts, and Other Judicial Services, specifically for salaries and expenses, for the fiscal year 2024.

The bill seeks to limit the amount of funding that can be allocated to these judicial entities, potentially impacting their ability to operate effectively and efficiently. This limitation could have far-reaching consequences on the functioning of the judicial system, including delays in court proceedings, reduced access to justice, and potential layoffs or furloughs of court personnel.

Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to rein in government spending and ensure fiscal responsibility. They believe that placing limits on judicial funding will encourage greater efficiency and accountability within the judiciary. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it could undermine the independence of the judiciary and hinder its ability to fulfill its constitutional duties. They warn that restricting funding for the courts could lead to a backlog of cases, delays in justice, and a strain on the already overburdened judicial system. Overall, the passage of Bill 118 hr 2082 would have significant implications for the functioning of the US judicial system in fiscal year 2024, and it is likely to spark heated debate among lawmakers and legal experts.

Current Status of Bill HR 2082

Bill HR 2082 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 29, 2023. Bill HR 2082 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 29, 2023.  Bill HR 2082's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of March 29, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2082

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2082

Primary Policy Focus

Law

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