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Prohibiting Disability and Age Discrimination in Federal Jury Service

New rules aim to ensure that individuals with disabilities and older adults are not excluded from serving on federal juries. This means more citizens will have the opportunity to participate in the justice system, and their disability will not be an automatic barrier if reasonable accommodations can be provided.
Key points
Prohibits exclusion from jury service based on disability or age.
Individuals with disabilities can serve as jurors if reasonable accommodations are possible.
Aims to increase accessibility and representation in federal juries.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2476
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2025-07-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Disability and Age in Jury Service Nondiscrimination Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2476.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits exclusion from jury service based on disability or age.
  • Individuals with disabilities can serve as jurors if reasonable accommodations are possible.
  • Aims to increase accessibility and representation in federal juries.
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 Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

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 2025-12-23.

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