HR. 8365In Committee
Monitor Accountability Act
Requires the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts to set public accountability and fee limits for monitors overseeing state and local consent decree reforms
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Requires the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts to set public accountability and fee limits for monitors overseeing state and local consent decree reforms
Key points
- Require public comment process
- Require fee disclosures
- Limit monitor appointments
- Cap monitor fees
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2026-05-18 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedFederal district courtsGovernment employee pay, benefits, personnel managementGovernment information and archivesJudicial procedure and administrationLawLegal fees and court costs