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Constitutional Amendment Proposed: Mandating Nine Justices for the Supreme Court.

This proposed constitutional amendment seeks to permanently fix the number of Supreme Court justices at nine (one chief justice and eight associate justices). While this change does not directly impact citizens' daily finances or duties, it is crucial for the stability and predictability of the nation's highest court. Citizens should monitor the ratification process, as a fixed number of justices could limit future political disputes over the Court's composition.
Key points
Establishes a permanent requirement of nine justices for the Supreme Court, necessitating a constitutional amendment.
Aims to prevent future political attempts to increase or decrease the size of the Court (known as 'court packing').
The amendment must be ratified by three-fourths of the states within seven years to become part of the Constitution.
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Print number: 118_HJRES_1
Sponsor: Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]
Process start date: 2023-01-09
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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 118_HJRES_1.

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 2023-01-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a permanent requirement of nine justices for the Supreme Court, necessitating a constitutional amendment.
  • Aims to prevent future political attempts to increase or decrease the size of the Court (known as 'court packing').
  • The amendment must be ratified by three-fourths of the states within seven years to become part of the Constitution.
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 House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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