The current term of the Honorable Gary A. Spraker, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge for the District of Alaska, is due to expire in October 2026. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit is considering the reappointment of Judge Spraker to a new 14-year term of office. The Court invites comments from the bar and public about Judge Spraker’s performance as a bankruptcy judge. The duties of a bankruptcy judge are specified by statute, and include conducting hearings and trials, making final determinations, and entering orders and judgments.

Members of the bar and public are invited to submit comments concerning Judge Spraker for consideration by the Court of Appeals in determining whether or not to reappoint him. Anonymous responses will not be accepted. However, respondents who do not wish to have their identities disclosed should so indicate in the response, and such requests will be honored.

Comments should be received no later than Thursday, July 25, 2025, to the following address: