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Summary of Bill S 32
Bill 119 s 32, also known as the "Court Venue Clarification Act," aims to address the issue of where court proceedings may be held for certain district courts in Texas and California. The bill specifically focuses on clarifying the venue for cases in which the location of the court is unclear.
The bill seeks to provide clear guidelines for determining the appropriate venue for court proceedings in these districts, ensuring that cases are heard in the most appropriate and convenient location for all parties involved. By establishing specific criteria for determining venue, the bill aims to streamline the legal process and avoid unnecessary delays and confusion.
Overall, the Court Venue Clarification Act is designed to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the judicial system in Texas and California by providing clear guidance on where court proceedings may be held for certain district courts. This legislation is intended to benefit both the courts and the individuals involved in legal proceedings by ensuring that cases are heard in a timely and appropriate manner.
The bill seeks to provide clear guidelines for determining the appropriate venue for court proceedings in these districts, ensuring that cases are heard in the most appropriate and convenient location for all parties involved. By establishing specific criteria for determining venue, the bill aims to streamline the legal process and avoid unnecessary delays and confusion.
Overall, the Court Venue Clarification Act is designed to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the judicial system in Texas and California by providing clear guidance on where court proceedings may be held for certain district courts. This legislation is intended to benefit both the courts and the individuals involved in legal proceedings by ensuring that cases are heard in a timely and appropriate manner.
Congressional Summary of S 32
Local Access to Courts Act or LACA
This bill adds College Station to the list of places where court must be held in the Galveston Division of the Southern District of Texas.
Additionally, the bill adds El Centro to the list of places where court must be held in the Southern District of California.
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Current Status of Bill S 32
Bill S 32 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since February 12, 2025. Bill S 32 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 8, 2025. Bill S 32's most recent activity was Held at the desk. as of February 13, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 32
Total Number of Sponsors
10Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
10Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 32
Primary Policy Focus
LawAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 32
A bill to clarify where court may be held for certain district courts in Texas and California.
A bill to clarify where court may be held for certain district courts in Texas and California.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 32
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