Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB3338

Introduced
5/15/23  

Caption

To authorize additional district judgeships for the district of Colorado, and for other purposes.

Impact

The inclusion of an additional judgeship is anticipated to enhance the efficiency and functionality of the court system in Colorado. By expanding the number of judges, the bill aims to reduce delays in legal proceedings, allowing for swifter justice and improving access to the judicial system for residents. This change is particularly important given the rising population and corresponding increase in civil and criminal cases in the area, which necessitates more effective judicial oversight.

Summary

House Bill 3338 proposes to authorize the appointment of an additional district judge for the district of Colorado. This legislative action comes in response to the growing case load within the district, which has been under significant strain, necessitating additional judicial resources. The bill highlights the efforts to ensure that the district court can adequately address the demands placed upon it by increased legal disputes and caseloads, which have surged in recent years.

Contention

While the bill received support for its intention to alleviate court congestion, there may be some contention around budgetary implications and potential overreach in judicial expansions. Opponents may raise concerns regarding the costs associated with appointing a new judge and whether current resources could be allocated more effectively without necessitating additional appointments. Moreover, discussions around judicial appointments can sometimes invoke broader debates about judicial independence and the politicization of judicial roles.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HB3252

Colorado Judgeship Act

US HB269

This bill increases from two to three the total number of U.S. district court judgeships for the District of Idaho. The President must appoint, with the advice and consent of the Senate, one additional judge for that judicial district.

US SB7

This bill increases from two to three the total number of U.S. district court judgeships for the District of Idaho. The President must appoint, with the advice and consent of the Senate, one additional judge for that judicial district.

US SB1575

Colorado Judgeship Act

US SB54

This bill increases from two to three the total number of U.S. district court judgeships for the District of Idaho. The President must appoint, with the advice and consent of the Senate, one additional judge for that judicial district.

US HB319

This bill increases from two to three the total number of U.S. district court judgeships for the District of Idaho. The President must appoint, with the advice and consent of the Senate, one additional judge for that judicial district.

US SB843

A bill to amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to authorize the use of funds for certain additional Carey Act projects, and for other purposes.

US HB2694

To amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to authorize the use of funds for certain additional Carey Act projects, and for other purposes.

US HB3437

Colorado Outdoor Recreation and Economy Act

US HB786

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.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.