Rocky Mountain Judgeship Act

# Rocky Mountain Judgeship Act Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Rocky Mountain Judgeship Act would create new federal judge positions in the Rocky Mountain region, specifically affecting federal district courts in Colorado and Idaho. This would expand the judicial capacity in these states by adding judges to handle the growing caseload in their federal court systems. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily benefit residents and businesses in Colorado and Idaho by potentially reducing court delays and case backlogs in federal district courts. It would also create new judicial positions that would need to be filled through the federal appointment process. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill (HR 1727) remains in committee and has not advanced to a full House vote.

It was introduced by Representative Joe Neguse (D-CO) in the 119th Congress. The bill would require passage through committee review, a House vote, Senate approval, and presidential signature to become law.