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Howard Curtis Nielson, Jr.

Judge, U.S. District Court for the District of Utah · Appointed by Donald J. Trump (Republican)

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
Jun 12, 2019CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
51–47Senate confirmation voteConfirmed May 22, 2019 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Jan 23, 2019 · Judiciary Committee hearing (not listed) · Confirmed May 22, 2019 · roll call 51–47 · Born 1968, UT

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the District of UtahDonald J. TrumpJun 12, 2019Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.