(Updated September 25, 2006)

H.R. 5454
To Authorize Salary Adjustments for Justices and Judges of the United States for Fiscal Year 2007

Floor Situation

The House is scheduled to consider H.R. 5454, under suspension of the rules, on Monday, September 25, 2006.  It is debatable for 40 minutes, may not be amended, and requires a two-thirds majority vote for passage.

Summary

H.R. 5454 authorizes salary adjustments for Justices and Judges. Pursuant to section 140 of Public Law 97-92, Justices and judges of the United States are authorized during fiscal year 2007 to receive a salary adjustment in accordance with section 461 of title 28, United States Code.

Legislative History

H.R. 5454 was introduced by Rep. Sensenbrenner (WI) on May 23, 2006.  It was referred to the Judiciary Committee, but was not considered.

For additional information or questions, please contact the Judiciary Committee at 5-3951.