At the 2024 LWVUS Convention, Leagues overwhelmingly agreed to conduct a new national study on the Federal Judiciary. The study will be completed in a shortened time frame — conducted in just one year, with the final position set to be announced at LWVUS Council in June 2025.  

Scope

• To develop a LWV position on the Federal Judiciary as an essential component of US democracy.

• The study's purpose includes, but is not limited to, addressing concerns and clarifying judicial accountability, transparency, independence, and ethics.

• The scope addresses the Supreme Court as well as the other Article III federal courts.

Mark your calendars for the following meetings:

March 12th, Wednesday, 7:00 pm Zoom meeting for general discussion of the goals and study materials.

March 19th, Wednesday, 7:00 pm Zoom meeting with guest speaker, Q&A to follow.

April 5th, Saturday, 10:00 am, Lambeth House, in-person meeting for discussion and consensus. Only the members present will participate in the consensus process.

CLICK HERE TO READ THE POLICY PAPERS FOR THE NATIONAL STUDY ON THE FEDERAL JUDICIARY.