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S.575: Judicial Transparency and Ethics Enhancement Act of 2013
About This Bill
- Introduced March 14, 2013
- Latest Major Action March 14, 2013
- See the six similar bills introduced in other congresses.
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Bill Summary
Judicial Transparency and Ethics Enhancement Act of 2013 - Amends the federal judicial code to establish the Office of Inspector General (OIG) 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 OIG to: (1) conduct...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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March 14, 2013 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1862-1863)
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March 14, 2013 |
Introduced in the Senate by Charles E. Grassley (R-Iowa) |