S.J.Res. 16 Introduced Law

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.

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Passed Senate
  4. Passed House
  5. To President
  6. Became law
Sponsor Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX] Introduced February 6, 2025 Cosponsors 22 (22 R) Latest action February 6, 2025

Summary

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment requiring the Supreme Court to consist of nine Justices.

Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Library of Congress.

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Actions

  1. Feb 6, 2025 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
  2. Feb 6, 2025 Introduced in Senate

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