To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for District of Columbia, Federal Payment for the DC Courts, Capital Improvements for DC courthouse facilities for fiscal year 2024.
Impact
The impact of HB2095 centers around the management and operation of courthouse facilities in Washington, D.C. By placing a cap on federal funding, the bill could influence the speed and scope of necessary renovations and improvements to these facilities. Judicial advocates may argue that reduced funding could ultimately impede the operational effectiveness of the courts and limit access to justice for residents of the District of Columbia. This funding limitation could also lead to broader implications for the staff and services that depend on these facilities.
Summary
House Bill 2095 aims to impose a limitation on the availability of federal funds allocated for the District of Columbia, specifically targeting capital improvements for courthouse facilities for the fiscal year 2024. The bill stipulates that the funds authorized for this purpose may not exceed $25,953,000. This level of funding is significant in the context of maintaining and upgrading court facilities, which play a crucial role in the judicial system of the nation's capital.
Contention
Notable points of contention surrounding HB2095 may include debates around the sufficiency of the proposed funding levels and the priorities of federal allocations. Lawmakers opposing such limitations are likely to argue that they jeopardize the quality of court services and maintenance of facilities essential for upholding the rule of law. Conversely, supporters might argue that fiscal constraints are necessary to manage budgets responsibly, particularly amidst larger discussions about government spending and fiscal discipline.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for District of Columbia, Federal Payment for the DC Courts, Superior Court of DC for fiscal year 2024.
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To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for District of Columbia, Federal Payment for the DC Courts, DC Court of Appeals for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for District of Columbia, Federal Payment to the DC Water and Sewer Authority for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for District of Columbia, Federal Payment for Defender Services in DC Courts for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for District of Columbia, Federal Payment to the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency for the District of Columbia for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for District of Columbia, Federal Payment for Emergency Planning and Security Costs in the District of Columbia for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for District of Columbia, Federal Payment for Judicial Commissions, Judicial Nomination Commission for fiscal year 2024.