Allow television cameras and other recording equipment in federal courtrooms during public proceedings.
One policy goal, tracked across every bill that has carried it.
What’s happening with Cameras in the Courtroom Act?
The Cameras in the Courtroom Act is represented by S. 1146, which has been on the Senate legislative calendar since June 23, 2026. The Senate must now hold a floor vote to move the bill forward, but the primary constraint is that Senate leadership must choose to allocate limited floor time for this debate. While reaching the calendar is a significant milestone that most bills do not achieve, the proposal has faced similar legislative hurdles in past sessions.
Updated July 9, 2026 · Generated by AI. Always verify with official sources.
Where it stands
Now carried by Cameras in the Courtroom Act (S. 1146 (119th)) →
Legislative Progress
Next up: The Senate · Nothing moves until they act.
How we got here
Every bill that has carried this goal, oldest first.
Died with Congress · Jan 3, 2025
Died when the 118th Congress ended without final passage. Bills must be reintroduced under a new number to be revived.
Companion
Identical companion bill S. 1146 (119th) was introduced in the other chamber.
S. 1146 (119th) →Companion
Identical companion bill H.R. 2361 (119th) was introduced in the other chamber.
H.R. 2361 (119th) →
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Who’s behind it
Richard Durbin (D-IL)Wrote and sponsored the current bill.
