AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Feb 28, 2025. Analysis updated: Sep 18, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- The bill designates College Station as an additional location where the Galveston Division of the Southern District of Texas must hold court
- The bill designates El Centro as an additional location where the Southern District of California must hold court
- The bill became law on September 16, 2026
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- The documented effect is expansion of required court locations in two federal districts
- No information is provided about anticipated impacts on case processing, caseloads, or litigant access
03 — The Path
Now what?
- The House passed the bill on August 31, 2026 with a vote of 378-10 under suspension of rules
- The President signed the bill on September 16, 2026
- The bill became Public Law No. 119-109 on September 16, 2026
Legislative History
Actions.
- Sep 16, 2026 — Became Public Law No: 119-109.
- Sep 16, 2026 — Signed by President.
- Sep 14, 2026 — Presented to President.
- Aug 31, 2026 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Aug 31, 2026 — On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 378 - 10 (Roll no. 285). (text: CR H5272)
- Aug 31, 2026 — Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 378 - 10 (Roll no. 285).
- Aug 31, 2026 — Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5347-5348)
- Aug 31, 2026 — At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.