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Proposed Constitutional Amendment: Supreme Court to Consist of Nine Justices

This proposal aims to amend the U.S. Constitution to permanently set the number of Supreme Court justices at nine. This means future administrations would not be able to alter the number of justices, aiming to ensure stability and predictability in the nation's highest judicial body.
Key points
Establishes a fixed number of nine justices for the Supreme Court, including one Chief Justice and eight Associate Justices.
Requires ratification by three-fourths of the states within seven years to become part of the Constitution.
Aims to prevent future attempts by politicians to change the composition of the Supreme Court.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HJRES_40
Sponsor: Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]
Process start date: 2021-04-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

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.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HJRES_40.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a fixed number of nine justices for the Supreme Court, including one Chief Justice and eight Associate Justices.
  • Requires ratification by three-fourths of the states within seven years to become part of the Constitution.
  • Aims to prevent future attempts by politicians to change the composition of the Supreme Court.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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