H.R. 10026119th CongressIntroduced Aug 3, 2026

Honoring Circuit Judge Pauline Newman Act of 2026

IntroducedGovernment Operations and PoliticsNarrow

Sponsor: Rep. Issa, Darrell [R-CA-48]
Committees: Transportation and Infrastructure Committee (primary)
Last action: Aug 3, 2026

Bottom line

The bill renames a federal courtroom in Washington, DC, in honor of Circuit Judge Pauline Newman, recognizing her distinguished service and contributions to American law and innovation.

What it actually does

This bill designates Courtroom 201 at the Howard T. Markey National Courts Building in Washington, DC, as the "Pauline Newman Courtroom." It also includes a detailed section of Congressional findings that enumerate Judge Pauline Newman's extensive career, including her pioneering roles in science and law, her long tenure on the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, and her significant contributions to intellectual property jurisprudence.

Section 3(a)

Designation of Pauline Newman Courtroom

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This provision formally designates Courtroom 201 within the Howard T. Markey National Courts Building, located at 717 Madison Place NW, Washington, DC, as the "Pauline Newman Courtroom." This action permanently renames a specific physical space within a federal judicial building.

Section 2

Congressional Findings on Judge Pauline Newman

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This section details 16 specific findings by Congress outlining the life and career of Judge Pauline Newman. These findings highlight her birthdate, her nomination and confirmation to the Federal Circuit, her extensive educational background, her pioneering work as a woman in chemistry and patent law, her leadership roles in various organizations, her mentorship of legal professionals, and her influential judicial opinions and dissents. It also notes numerous awards and commendations she has received.

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H.R. 10026119th CongressIntroduced Aug 3, 2026

Honoring Circuit Judge Pauline Newman Act of 2026

IntroducedGovernment Operations and PoliticsNarrow

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Sponsor: Rep. Issa, Darrell [R-CA-48]
Committees: Transportation and Infrastructure Committee (primary)
Last action: Aug 3, 2026

Bottom line

The bill renames a federal courtroom in Washington, DC, in honor of Circuit Judge Pauline Newman, recognizing her distinguished service and contributions to American law and innovation.

What it actually does

Section 3(a)

Designation of Pauline Newman Courtroom

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Section 2

Congressional Findings on Judge Pauline Newman

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