Why This Matters
This bill allows judges in federal appellate and district courts to permit media coverage of court proceedings, such as filming and broadcasting trials.
If you follow federal court cases, this bill allows cameras in the courtroom starting in 2025.
Affects: This bill affects judges, witnesses, and the public interested in federal court cases.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill lets judges in federal courts allow media coverage of court proceedings. 2. Judges can permit photography, recording, and broadcasting of trials at their discretion. 3. Witnesses can request their identities to be obscured during media coverage. 4. The bill prohibits media coverage of jurors and jury selection processes. 5. Judges must follow guidelines set by the Judicial Conference before allowing media coverage.
Who is affected?
This bill affects judges, witnesses, and the public interested in federal court cases.