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  1. October Term 2022 · Docket 21-846

    Does Arizona's Rule 32.1 bar federal review of a death penalty jury instruction error?

    the side that brought the case claims Arizona's procedural rule blocks federal review of a flawed jury instruction. The state argues the rule creates an independent bar to federal habeas relief.

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    Cruz v. Arizona
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  2. October Term 2022 · Docket 20-1199

    Can universities use race in admissions?

    the sides that brought the case argue Harvard's race-conscious admissions violate the Constitution. Harvard argues such practices serve a compelling educational interest.

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    Students for Fair Admissions v. President and Fellows of Harvard
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  3. October Term 2022 · Docket 21-707

    Can universities use race in admissions?

    the sides that brought the case demand strict race neutrality. The university argues race helps assess whole-person diversity.

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    Students for Fair Admissions v. University of NC
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  4. October Term 2022 · Docket 21-869

    Does a new artistic message justify copying a copyrighted photo?

    The dispute centers on whether a new artistic message justifies copying a copyrighted photo.

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    Andy Warhol Found., Inc. v. Goldsmith
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  5. October Term 2022 · Docket 21-984

    Does a guaranteed weekly minimum count as a salary?

    The dispute centers on whether a guaranteed weekly minimum qualifies as a salary under federal labor law.

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    Helix Energy Solutions v. Hewitt
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  6. October Term 2022 · Docket 21-442

    When does a federal claim against a state statute begin?

    Reed argues his claim starts when state litigation ends. Goertz argues it starts when the statute passes.

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    Reed v. Goertz
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  7. October Term 2022 · Docket 21-468

    Does California's pork sales ban violate the Commerce Clause?

    Pork producers claim California's law forces out-of-state farms to adopt local rules. California argues voters chose to pay more for ethical meat.

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    National Pork Producers v. Ross
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  8. October Term 2022 · Docket 21-1086

    Does Alabama's 2021 map violate the Voting Rights Act?

    Appellants claim the state ignored racial data. Appellees argue the map dilutes Black voting power.

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    Merrill v. Milligan
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  9. October Term 2022 · Docket 21-454

    Does the Clean Water Act cover wetlands near navigable waters?

    The Sacketts seek to build on land near a wetland. The EPA says the law protects that wetland.

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    Sackett v. EPA
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  10. October Term 2021 · Docket 21-429

    Can Oklahoma prosecute non-Indians who harm Indians on tribal land?

    Oklahoma seeks state power to try non-Indians for crimes against Indians. The defendant argues federal law blocks this.

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    Oklahoma v. Castro-Huerta
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  11. October Term 2021 · Docket 21-954

    Can Texas force the federal government to detain migrants?

    Texas argues federal law mandates detention. The administration claims it has discretion to choose other methods.

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    Biden v. Texas
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  12. October Term 2021 · Docket 21-418

    Can a public school fire a coach for praying on the field?

    Coach Joe Kennedy claims his on-field prayers are protected speech. The school district says his actions violate its neutral rules.

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    Kennedy v. Bremerton Sch. Dist.
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  13. October Term 2021 · Docket 21-439

    Can a prisoner challenge execution methods in a habeas petition?

    Prisoners dispute whether federal habeas law covers challenges to how states carry out executions.

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    Nance v. Ward
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  14. October Term 2021 · Docket 21-234

    Does codifying a veterans error rule change the review standard?

    Veterans argue a codified error rule demands strict review. The government argues the standard remains unchanged.

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    George v. McDonough
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  15. October Term 2021 · Docket 21-5726

    Does Rule 60(b)(1) cover legal errors?

    The parties dispute whether a court can fix a legal error under Rule 60(b)(1).

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    Kemp v. United States
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