HR 5566
Supreme Court Tenure Establishment and Retirement Modernization Act of 2023
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Bill overview
This bill, the Supreme Court Tenure Establishment and Retirement Modernization Act of 2023, aims to modernize the terms of service for Supreme Court justices. It limits justices to a single 18-year term, with nominations occurring during specific years following presidential elections. The bill also addresses the situation when the number of active justices is reduced, proposing a process for retired justices to temporarily serve again. Finally, it clarifies the process for Senate confirmation of nominations.
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Henry C. "Hank," Jr. Johnson
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