Vol. 37, Number 10—October 2005

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Courts Regroup After Katrina
— "...just hours after the hurricane had passed, all affected courts were assessing the damage, locating staff, and looking for ways to reopen for business...'"

Judicial Conference Acknowledges Loss to Judiciary in Resolutions
— "...the Conference acknowledged the contributions of federal court personnel to the recovery of courts affected by Hurricane Katrina, and the passing of Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist..."

AO Fields Special Assessment Assistance Team in Gulf Districts
— "Immediately following Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, AO Director Leonidas Ralph Mecham wanted AO staff available to help the courts in any way possible with their recovery..."

Judiciary Readies for Bankruptcy Act's Implementation
— "On October 17, 2005, the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005, generally took effect..."

2005 Director's Award Recipients Named
— "Eleven federal Judiciary employees are recipients of the 2005 Director's Awards..."

New Chief Justice's First Day

Continuing Resolution Keeps Judiciary Running

Supplemental Funds Requested for Judiciary's Recovery

Emergency Special Sessions Act Becomes Law

October Begins Terms of New Chairs

New Chair, New Committee

King Steps Down as Executive Committee Chair

The Roberts Court, October 3, 2005

Judicial Milestones

Judicial Boxscore