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Terry R. Means

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Jul 3, 2013: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
Nov 5, 1991CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Oct 31, 1991 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Jul 24, 1991 · Judiciary Committee hearing Oct 2, 1991 · Confirmed Oct 31, 1991 · voice vote · Born 1948, NM

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of TexasGeorge H.W. BushNov 5, 1991Senior status since Jul 3, 2013

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.