9th Cir. proposes new Rule 26.1-1

Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 2071(b), comments are invited on proposed revisions to the following Circuit Rule:

• New Circuit Rule 26.1-1 (Disclosure Requirements)

The Court is planning to issue a new Circuit Rule to accompany FRAP 26.1 regarding required disclosures of corporate relationships. This new Rule would clarify when and how such disclosures must be made and the content of those disclosures. The goal is to provide the Judges with timely information that will allow them to determine whether or not to recuse themselves from a case. If ultimately approved by the Court, this rule would become effective December 1, 2024.

Please direct comments to Molly C. Dwyer, Clerk of Court, at Molly_Dwyer@ca9.uscourts.gov, and Susan V. Gelmis, Chief Deputy Clerk, at Susan_Gelmis@ca9.uscourts.gov. Comments must be submitted no later than August 2, 2024