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Improving Access to Our Courts Act
7/31/2024, 4:56 PM
Summary of Bill S 227
Bill 118 s 227, also known as the Improving Access to Our Courts Act, aims to address barriers that prevent individuals from accessing the court system. The bill focuses on improving access to legal representation for those who cannot afford it, as well as increasing transparency and efficiency within the court system.
One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to provide funding for legal aid organizations that assist low-income individuals in navigating the court system. This funding will help ensure that all individuals have access to legal representation, regardless of their financial situation.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase transparency within the court system, such as requiring courts to provide clear and easily accessible information on court procedures and resources. This will help individuals better understand their rights and options when navigating the legal system. The Improving Access to Our Courts Act also aims to improve the efficiency of the court system by implementing measures to reduce case backlogs and streamline court procedures. This will help ensure that individuals have timely access to justice and that cases are resolved in a timely manner. Overall, Bill 118 s 227 seeks to address the barriers that prevent individuals from accessing the court system by providing funding for legal aid organizations, increasing transparency, and improving the efficiency of the court system. By implementing these measures, the bill aims to ensure that all individuals have equal access to justice.
One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to provide funding for legal aid organizations that assist low-income individuals in navigating the court system. This funding will help ensure that all individuals have access to legal representation, regardless of their financial situation.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase transparency within the court system, such as requiring courts to provide clear and easily accessible information on court procedures and resources. This will help individuals better understand their rights and options when navigating the legal system. The Improving Access to Our Courts Act also aims to improve the efficiency of the court system by implementing measures to reduce case backlogs and streamline court procedures. This will help ensure that individuals have timely access to justice and that cases are resolved in a timely manner. Overall, Bill 118 s 227 seeks to address the barriers that prevent individuals from accessing the court system by providing funding for legal aid organizations, increasing transparency, and improving the efficiency of the court system. By implementing these measures, the bill aims to ensure that all individuals have equal access to justice.
Congressional Summary of S 227
Improving Access to Our Courts Act
This bill adds Alpine to the list of places where court must be held in the Pecos Division of the Western District of Texas.
Additionally, the bill adds Mount Vernon to the list of places where court must be held in the Western District of Washington.
Current Status of Bill S 227
Bill S 227 is currently in the status of Signed by President since July 30, 2024. Bill S 227 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 2, 2023. Bill S 227's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 118-73. as of July 30, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 227
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 227
Primary Policy Focus
LawPotential Impact Areas
- Federal district courts
- Texas
- Washington State
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 227
Improving Access to Our Courts Act
A bill to amend title 28, United States Code, to provide an additional place for holding court for the Pecos Division of the Western District of Texas, and for other purposes.
Improving Access to Our Courts Act
Improving Access to Our Courts Act
Improving Access to Our Courts Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 227
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