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Sidney Runyan Thomas

Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit · Appointed by William J. Clinton (Democratic)

SeniorStatusSenior status since May 4, 2023: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Jan 4, 1996CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Jan 2, 1996 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Jul 19, 1995 · Judiciary Committee hearing Oct 24, 1995 · Confirmed Jan 2, 1996 · voice vote · Born 1953, MT

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit	William J. Clinton	Jan 4, 1996	Senior status since May 4, 2023

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.