1. United States
2. Calif.
3. Letter

The proposed NORRA of 2025 legislation seeks to severely restrict the authority of federal district courts to issue injunctive relief, except in narrow circumstances involving parties directly before the court. This drastic measure would undermine the system of checks and balances by hampering the judiciary's ability to hold the executive branch accountable for overreach or unconstitutional actions. It threatens to concentrate power within the executive branch, jeopardizing fundamental rights and liberties. The bill's provisions granting broad injunctive powers to randomly selected three-judge panels in multi-state cases against the executive are concerning. Such panels could issue sweeping nationwide injunctions, bypassing the traditional appeals process and potentially leading to inconsistent rulings across circuits. This approach risks exacerbating existing tensions between the branches of government. Given the severe implications for the separation of powers and the potential for rights violations, I implore you to reject this legislation. A robust judicial system capable of providing timely and effective remedies against government overreach is essential to upholding the rule of law and protecting the freedoms enshrined in the Constitution. Preserving the courts' authority to issue injunctive relief when warranted is vital to maintaining a healthy democracy with effective checks and balances. Please stand firm against any measures that would undermine this crucial function of the federal judiciary.