S 381 · 98th Congress · Law

Federal Courts Study Act

Introduced 1983-02-02· Sponsored by Sen. Heflin, Howell [D-AL]· Senate

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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Senate Vote
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 1162.(1984-09-11)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Federal Courts Study Act - Establishes the Federal Courts Study Commission on the Future of the Federal Judiciary. Describes the purposes, membership, and powers of the Commission. Directs the Commission to: (1) conduct a study of the jurisdiction of United States courts; (2) recommend revisions to the Constitution and laws of the United States; (3) collect and review studies on the effectiveness of the courts; and (4) develop a long-range plan for the judicial system. Requires a report to Congress and the President on such study within two years. Terminates the Commission 90 days after submission of its final report to the Council. Authorizes appropriations.…

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