Court Improvement Program Enhancement Act of 2024
The Court Improvement Program Enhancement Act of 2024 expands federal funding for state court systems to support technological improvements that prevent disruptions (such as natural disasters, cyber-attacks, or public health crises) and enable remote court proceedings. It specifically requires states to assess and implement best practices for remote hearings in foster care and adoption cases, prioritizing participant engagement and privacy during emergencies. The bill mandates that the federal government issue updated guidelines every five years on conducting remote proceedings, with the first guidelines due by January 2025, including consultation with Indian tribes for cases involving Native children under the Indian Child Welfare Act. Additionally, it increases the annual funding reservation for the Court Improvement Program from $30 million to $40 million.
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Introduced May 17, 2024
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Dec 17, 2024
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare.
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May 17, 2024
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Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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May 17, 2024
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