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IN SB0139

Bill

Status

Passed

3/4/2026

Primary Sponsor

Stacey Donato

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds a new jury duty exemption for women who gave birth within the preceding 365 days, are currently breastfeeding, and wish to be exempted from service.

  • Persons age 75 or older may continue to request exemption from jury service by notifying the jury administrator.

  • Prospective jurors may defer their initial appearance one time for up to one year upon demonstrating hardship, extreme inconvenience, or necessity.

  • Effective July 1, 2026.

Legislative Description

Jury duty exemption for women breastfeeding.

Last Action

Public Law 69

3/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Courts and Criminal Code1/20/2026
Judiciary1/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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