HR9778Referred to Committee

To amend title 5, United States Code, to create a right of public access to certain records relating to the courts of the United States, and for other purposes.

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3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-07-20
Introduced
4
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Daniel S. Goldman
Daniel S. Goldman
Democrat · NY · Representative
Votes with party: 97.2% (535 recorded votes)
Top industries funding sponsor:
  • Progressive Groups$78k

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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

2026-07-20

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Plain-English Summary

The proposal would require federal courts to make certain records and documents publicly available online or through other accessible means, similar to how many state courts already operate. This would allow citizens, journalists, and researchers to more easily find information about federal court cases without having to visit courthouses in person or file special requests. The change would affect federal courts across the country and could increase transparency about how the judicial system operates.

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