The current term of office of Judge Kathy A. Surratt-States, United States Bankruptcy Judge for the Eastern District of Missouri is due to expire on March 17, 2017. The United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit is considering the reappointment of Judge Kathy A. Surratt-States to a new term of office and has determined that she appears to merit reappointment subject to public notice and opportunity for public comment.