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S.J.Res. 16
A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justices.
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Feb 6, 2025)
This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment requiring the Supreme Court to consist of nine Justices.
What just happenedFeb 6, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Who’s behind it
Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX](R-TX)Sponsor
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- Introduced in SenateFeb 6, 2025
- Feb 6, 2025IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Judiciary Committee - Feb 6, 2025IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate