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S. 601 (99th)

Federal Courts Study Act

openUnited States· United States Congress· EN

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6 March 1985

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Committee on Judiciary received executive comment from Administrative Office of the United States Courts.

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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 the Congress and the President on such study within two years. Requires a final report not later than ten years after enactment of this Act. Terminates the Commission 90 days after submission of its final report. Authorizes appropriations.

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