H.R. 2361: Cameras in the Courtroom Act

This bill, known as the "Cameras in the Courtroom Act," aims to allow television coverage of Supreme Court proceedings. The main points of the bill include:

Purpose of the Bill

The legislation is designed to enhance transparency and public awareness regarding the workings of the Supreme Court by permitting televised coverage of all open sessions of the Court.

Details of the Coverage

• All open sessions of the Supreme Court would be accessible via television.
• The Court can decide, through a majority vote of its justices, to restrict coverage for specific cases if it believes that allowing cameras could violate the due process rights of any parties involved.

Amendments to Existing Law

The bill proposes to amend Chapter 45 of Title 28 of the United States Code by adding a new section that specifically addresses the televising of Supreme Court proceedings. This modification also includes necessary clerical updates to reflect the new section in legal references.

Implications

By permitting televised coverage, the bill seeks to foster greater understanding of Supreme Court activities and decisions among the general public, which could potentially influence public trust in the judicial system.

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