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- S.J.RES.26
S.J.RES.26: A joint resolution proposing a constitutional amendment to establish limited judicial terms of office.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced April 23, 1997
- Latest Major Action May 15, 1998
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Summary
Constitutional Amendment - Limits to ten years the term of office of the Chief Justice and judges of the Supreme Court and inferior courts. Makes such justice and judges eligible for nomination and appointment by the President to additional terms.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Subcommittee on Constitution, Federalism, Property. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 105-261.
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Referred to Subcommittee on Constitution, Federalism, Property.
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| April 23, 1997 |
Introduced in the Senate by Bob Smith (R-N.H.) |