Congressional Authority Over the Federal Courts
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This report examines Congress' legislative authority with respect to the Judicial Branch. While Congress has broad power to regulate the structure, administration and jurisdiction of the courts, its powers are limited by precepts of due process, equal protection and separation of powers. This report addresses the constitutional foundation of the federal courts, and the explicit and general authorities of Congress to regulate the courts. It then addresses Congress’ ability to limit the jurisdict…
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Date:
May 16, 2005
Creator:
Bazan, Elizabeth B.; Killian, Johnny & Thomas, Kenneth R.
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UNT Libraries Government Documents Department