sep 24, 1796 - Judiciary Act (1789)

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The Judiciary Act of 1789 established the federal judiciary system of the United States, creating a Supreme Court with one Chief Justice and five Associate Justices, along with lower district courts and circuit courts. This foundational legislation outlined the jurisdiction of the federal courts, provided for the appeal process, and facilitated the laws of the United States to be "uniformly and efficiently" interpreted, ensuring the federal courts had the authority to resolve disputes under federal law.

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