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H.R.486: Judicial Transparency and Ethics Enhancement Act of 2009
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced Jan. 13, 2009
- Latest Major Action Feb. 9, 2009
- See the four similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Summary
Judicial Transparency and Ethics Enhancement Act of 2009 - Amends the federal judicial code to establish the Office of Inspector General for the Judicial Branch of the U.S. government, to be headed by an Inspector General appointed by the Chief Justice. Sets a term of four years, which may be extended by additional reappointments. Authorizes the Chief Justice to remove an Inspector General from office. Requires the Office, except with respect...
(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, the Internet, and Intellectual Property.
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Jan. 13, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by F. James Sensenbrenner (R-Wis.) |