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- H.R.1280
H.R.1280: Sunshine in the Courtroom Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced April 10, 1997
- Latest Major Action Nov. 13, 1997
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
23 (8 Democrats, 16 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Sunshine in the Courtroom Act - Allows any presiding U.S. judge, in his or her discretion, to allow the photographing, electronic recording, broadcasting, or televising to the public of court proceedings over which such judge presides, including civil and criminal trials and appeals. Authorizes the Judicial Conference of the United States to promulgate advisory guidelines concerning such media coverage within the courtroom.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Courts and Intellectual Property.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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| April 10, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Steven J. Chabot (R-Ohio) |