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To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for District of Columbia, Federal Payment for Judicial Commissions, Judicial Nomination Commission for fiscal year 2024.

12/15/2023, 3:56 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2101

Bill 118 hr 2101, also known as the "District of Columbia Federal Payment for Judicial Commissions Limitation Act of 2024," aims to restrict the availability of funds for the District of Columbia's Federal Payment for Judicial Commissions and Judicial Nomination Commission for the fiscal year 2024. This bill is designed to place a cap on the amount of money that can be allocated towards these commissions in order to control spending and ensure fiscal responsibility.

The District of Columbia Federal Payment for Judicial Commissions is responsible for overseeing the selection and nomination of judges in the District of Columbia, while the Judicial Nomination Commission plays a key role in the appointment process. By limiting the funds available for these commissions, the bill seeks to streamline operations and prevent unnecessary expenditures.

Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to impose financial constraints on these commissions in order to prioritize other important government programs and services. Critics, however, raise concerns that restricting funding for judicial commissions could hinder the efficiency and effectiveness of the judicial nomination process in the District of Columbia. Overall, Bill 118 hr 2101 represents a significant effort to control spending and ensure accountability in the allocation of funds for judicial commissions in the District of Columbia for the fiscal year 2024.

Congressional Summary of HR 2101

This bill limits FY2024 funding for the District of Columbia (DC) Judicial Nomination Commission. (This commission recommends individuals to fill judicial vacancies on the DC Superior Court and the DC Court of Appeals.)

Current Status of Bill HR 2101

Bill HR 2101 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 29, 2023. Bill HR 2101 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 29, 2023.  Bill HR 2101's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. as of March 29, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2101

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2101

Primary Policy Focus

Law

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2101

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for District of Columbia, Federal Payment for Judicial Commissions, Judicial Nomination Commission for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for District of Columbia, Federal Payment for Judicial Commissions, Judicial Nomination Commission for fiscal year 2024.

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