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Andrew S. Hanen

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Jan 2, 2025: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

May 10, 2002CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

97–0Senate confirmation voteConfirmed May 9, 2002 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Jan 23, 2002 · Judiciary Committee hearing Apr 25, 2002 · Confirmed May 9, 2002 · roll call 97–0 · Born 1953, IL

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas	George W. Bush	May 10, 2002	Senior status since Jan 2, 2025

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.