Supreme Court Justices Testify on Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Request
Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett testified before a House Appropriations panel on Tuesday morning to present the Supreme Court's budget request for fiscal year 2027.
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, July 14, 2026 —
Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett appeared before a House Appropriations panel on Tuesday morning to outline the Supreme Court’s budget request for fiscal year 2027.
The testimony focused on the needs and financial requirements for the upcoming fiscal year. The justices presented the budget proposal to the committee responsible for allocating federal funds.
The specific details of the budget request, including the total amount sought and the breakdown of allocated funds for various court operations, were presented during the hearing. The fiscal year 2027 budget request is a critical document that outlines the anticipated financial needs for the judicial branch’s highest court.
The House Appropriations Committee is tasked with reviewing and approving federal agency budgets. The appearance of justices before this panel underscores the importance of the budgetary process for the functioning of the Supreme Court.
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