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Harvey Bartle, III

Judge, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania · Appointed by George H.W. Bush (Republican)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Oct 1, 2011: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
Sep 16, 1991CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Sep 12, 1991 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated May 15, 1991 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jul 29, 1991 · Confirmed Sep 12, 1991 · voice vote · Born 1941, PA

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of PennsylvaniaGeorge H.W. BushSep 16, 1991Senior status since Oct 1, 2011

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.