Honoring Circuit Judge Pauline Newman Act of 2026
To designate courtroom 201 at the Howard T. Markey National Courts Building located at 717 Madison Place NW, Washington, DC, as the "Pauline Newman Courtroom".
HB10026 proposes to rename courtroom 201 at the Howard T. Markey National Courts Building in Washington, DC, as the "Pauline Newman Courtroom". This bill honors the contributions and legacy of Judge Pauline Newman, who has had a significant impact on the legal community. This change would recognize her work and dedication to the judicial system.
This bill would mainly affect those who use courtroom 201 and anyone who visits the Howard T. Markey National Courts Building. The renaming would serve as a tribute to Judge Newman's career and would likely be of interest to legal professionals, history enthusiasts, and anyone who visits the building.
HB10026 was introduced on August 3, 2026, and referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure the same day. It is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, and no further action has been taken yet.
