sentences:  Bronson was a Judge of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Florida Territory from 1840 to 1845.Following the State of Florida's admission to the Union on March 3, 1845, Bronson was nominated by President James K. Polk on May 5, 1846, to the United States District Court for the District of Florida, to a new seat authorized by .He was confirmed by the United States Senate on August 8, 1846, and received his commission the same day.