HJRES 69 · 93th Congress · Law

A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution relating to terms of judges of the Supreme Court of the United States.

Introduced 1973-01-03· Sponsored by Rep. Chamberlain, Charles E. [R-MI-6]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
2
Committee
3
House Vote
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Senate
5
Enacted
Latest: Referred to House Committee on Judiciary.(1973-01-03)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Constitutional Amendment - Provides that the judges of the Supreme Court shall hold their offices for terms of twelve years, commencing on the date of their commissions. Provides that they shall be eligible for reappointment. Provides that this Amendment shall not limit the tenure in office during good behavior of Supreme Court judges who presently hold office.…

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