To clarify where court may be held for certain district courts in Texas and California.
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Summary
What This Bill Does
Adds two new federal court locations: College Station for the Western District of Texas and El Centro for the Southern District of California.
Who Benefits and How
Residents and litigants in College Station and El Centro gain closer access to federal courts.
Who Bears the Burden and How
Federal courts may need to staff additional locations.
Key Provisions
- Adds College Station to Western District of Texas
- Adds El Centro to Southern District of California (San Diego division)
Evidence Chain:
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At a Glance
What This Bill Does
Adds College Station, TX and El Centro, CA as additional court locations for their respective federal district courts.
Who Benefits
- College Station and El Centro residents
Who Bears Costs
- Federal courts
Key Policy Areas
Federal Courts, Judicial Administration
Primary Purpose
Adds College Station, TX and El Centro, CA as additional court locations for their respective federal district courts.
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Improve court access in underserved areas"
Sponsors
Ted Cruz
R-TX | Primary Sponsor
Legislative Progress
Passed SenateMr. Cruz (for himself and Mr. Padilla) introduced the following …
Passed Senate (inferred from es version)
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
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