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Notice: In accordance with Rule 83(a) of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and Rule 57(a) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure, the Boards of Judges of the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York invite the public to comment on proposed changes to their Joint Local Rules.

Notice: Due to a nationwide judiciary financial system upgrade, registry funds received by the Clerk’s Office between June 2, 2025, and July 1, 2025, cannot be invested in an interest-bearing account until July 2, 2025.

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