S 359
Supreme Court Ethics, Recusal, and Transparency Act of 2023
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This bill, the Supreme Court Ethics, Recusal, and Transparency Act of 2023, aims to increase accountability and transparency within the Supreme Court. It mandates the creation of a code of conduct for justices and judges, establishes procedures for investigating ethics complaints, requires detailed disclosure of gifts and financial interests, and expands the circumstances under which justices must recuse themselves from cases. The bill also addresses amicus brief disclosures and requires ongoing studies and reports on compliance with ethics rules.
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Benjamin L. Cardin
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