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TX SJR64
Joint Resolution
Status
3/3/2025
Primary Sponsor
Judith Zaffirini
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AI Summary
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Removes the State Commission on Judicial Conduct's authority to issue private admonitions, warnings, reprimands, or training requirements to judges, limiting such disciplinary actions to public issuance only
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Retains the Commission's existing powers to issue public admonitions, warnings, reprimands, censures, and requirements for additional training or education
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Maintains the Commission's authority to conduct formal hearings, appoint Masters to hear evidence, and recommend removal or retirement of judges to a review tribunal
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Constitutional amendment would take effect January 1, 2026, if approved by voters
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Requires submission to Texas voters at an election on November 4, 2025
Legislative Description
Proposing a constitutional amendment regarding the disciplinary powers of the State Commission on Judicial Conduct.
Courts
Last Action
Referred to State Affairs
3/13/2025