Convention
2027 Midyear Convention
USCRA’s Midyear Virtual Convention will be held in April 2027. Please check back later for registration information and additional details.
United States Court Reporters Association
Supporting Federal
Court Reporters
Nationwide
The premier professional association dedicated to advancing the interests and skills of federal official court reporters across the United States.
Welcome to USCRA
Your Association, Your Profession, Your Future
Banding with those engaged in similar activity has been an important part of professionalism through the ages. It has been done to improve skills and occupation, share knowledge and common interests — and, yes, for camaraderie with colleagues.
You have a substantial investment in an exceptional profession, and a lifestyle that depends on the perpetuation of your job. USCRA focuses its attention on matters that affect court reporters who work in the United States District Court.
CEU Seminars
Qualified continuing education
FCRR Certification
Two testing opportunities per year
Speed Contest
Annual realtime competition
Circuit Rider
Bi-Annual publication
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Exam
2027 FCRR Examination
The next FCRR examination will be held in April 2027 in Chicago, IL. Please check back later for registration information and additional details.
96% Accuracy
Required for certification
FCRR Certification
Federal Certified Realtime Reporter
The FCRR certification is the gold standard for federal court reporters. Earning this distinction demonstrates your commitment to excellence in realtime reporting and can lead to salary increases recognized by the Administrative Office.
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Training
FCRR Exam & Speed Contest Practice Materials Available
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Leadership
2026–2027 Slate of Officers Announced
A new slate of Officers for the United States Court Reporters Association. We welcome their enthusi...
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Certification
Congratulations to Our New FCRR Recipients!
We want to congratulate all our new FCRR recipients!
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Training & Practice
Prepare for Success
Access comprehensive practice materials designed to help you prepare for the FCRR Examination and the Realtime Speed Contest. Our materials include actual previous exam content to give you the best preparation possible.
FCRR Practice Series III
USB drive with five previously given FCRR Examinations at 200 WPM, including one-minute warm-up and two five-minute tests each.
Speed Contest Practice Series II
USB drive with ten previous Realtime Speed Contests at 230 WPM, including one-minute warm-up and five-minute contests.
2025–2026 Officers
USCRA Leadership
Amy Walker
President
New York, NY
Amy Walker
Senior Vice President
Grand Rapids, MI
Amanda Longmore
Junior Vice President
Baltimore, MD
Paula Griffin
Secretary
Tulsa, OK
Sonja Reeves
Immediate Past President
Washington, DC
Kendra Steppler
Treasurer
Oakland, CA
Amy Walker
President
Washington, DC
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