United States Bankruptcy Judge Bruce W. Black of the Northern District of Illinois has applied to be reappointed by the United States Court of Appeals to a new 14-year term when his current term expires on August 12, 2015. A United States Bankruptcy Judge is a judicial officer of the United States District Court who exercises the authority of the district court with respect to any action, suit, or proceeding under Chapter 6 of Title 28 of the United States Code. 28 U.S.C. § 151. Comments are invited from the public and the bar as to whether Judge Black should be reappointed. Those comments should be in writing and sent by September 30, 2014 to:

• COLLINS T. FITZPATRICK
• CIRCUIT EXECUTIVE
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• CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60604