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H.R. 3227 (100th)

Federal Courts Study Commission Act of 1987

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Introduced

7 August 1987

Last action

10 August 1988 · Committee

Status

Subcommittee Hearings Held.

Sponsors

Rep. Rodino, Peter W., Jr. [D-NJ-10]

Subjects

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28 August 2025

Summary

Federal Courts Study Commission Act of 1987 - Establishes the Federal Courts Study Commission on Judicial Administration. Describes the duties, membership, and powers of the Commission. Directs the Commission to: (1) evaluate the procedures, staffing, and administration of the courts of the United States; (2) make recommendations for improving the effectiveness and efficiency of such courts; and (3) report such recommendations to the President and the Congress within two years after the effective date of this Act. Terminates the Commission 60 days after the submission of such report. Authorizes appropriations.

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Timeline

  1. 7 August 1987

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 7 August 1987

    Introduced

    Referred to House Committee on The Judiciary.

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 7 August 1987

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 20 August 1987

    Referred

    Referred to Subcommittee on Courts, Civil Liberties, and the Administration of Justice.

    Source: Committee

  5. 10 August 1988

    Committee

    Subcommittee Hearings Held.

    Source: Committee

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