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Supreme Court Justices: 18-Year Term Limits and Appointment Changes

This bill changes how Supreme Court justices are appointed and how long they serve. Instead of lifetime appointments, justices will serve 18-year terms. This aims to ensure regular changes in the Court's composition, which could affect the stability and predictability of rulings, and thus citizens' rights and responsibilities.
Key points
Supreme Court justices will serve 18-year terms instead of lifetime appointments.
The President will appoint one Supreme Court justice in the first and third years after a presidential election.
Justices who have completed their 18-year term can be called back to service if there are vacancies on the Court, ensuring continuity.
These changes aim to modernize the appointment system and ensure regular rotation within the Supreme Court.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3544
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank" [D-GA-4]
Process start date: 2025-05-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supreme Court Tenure Establishment and Retirement Modernization Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3544.

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 2025-05-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Supreme Court justices will serve 18-year terms instead of lifetime appointments.
  • The President will appoint one Supreme Court justice in the first and third years after a presidential election.
  • Justices who have completed their 18-year term can be called back to service if there are vacancies on the Court, ensuring continuity.
  • These changes aim to modernize the appointment system and ensure regular rotation within the Supreme Court.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank" [D-GA-4].

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 2025-12-22.

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