On January 6, 2026, and June 3-4, 2026, the Judicial Conference Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure (Standing Committee) approved publication of proposed amendments to the following:
- Appellate Rule 25;
- Bankruptcy Rules 2003, 5005, 8011, 9006, 9036, and 9037;
- Civil Rules 5, 5.2, 6, and 55;
- Criminal Rules 11, 32, 45, 49, and 49.1; and
- Evidence Rules 104 and 902.
The comment period is open from Aug. 14, 2026 to Feb. 15, 2027. Read the text of the proposed amendments and supporting materials:
For more information, including how to submit or review comments on the proposed amendments, click here.