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Constitutional Amendment to Fix Supreme Court at Nine Justices

This proposed constitutional amendment seeks to permanently set the composition of the U.S. Supreme Court at nine justices. If ratified by the states, this change would prevent future political efforts by Congress or the President to alter the number of justices. Citizens benefit from increased certainty regarding the stability and structure of the highest court interpreting their rights and freedoms.
Key points
Constitutional requirement: The U.S. Supreme Court must be composed of nine justices.
Legal system stability: The change aims to prevent political attempts to expand the size of the Supreme Court.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SJRES_21
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
Process start date: 2023-03-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

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.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SJRES_21.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Constitutional requirement: The U.S. Supreme Court must be composed of nine justices.
  • Legal system stability: The change aims to prevent political attempts to expand the size 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 Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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