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MA H1727

MA H1727
Establishing a commission to study judicial accountability in the Commonwealth


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish a commission to study judicial accountability in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a special commission on judicial accountability to study the nomination, selection, appointment, and oversight of judges in the Commonwealth and to develop recommendations to improve accountability, including reappointment standards. The commission will consist of various members, including state legislators, representatives from the legal community, and other stakeholders. The commission is tasked with gathering information, holding public meetings and hearings, and submitting an initial report of recommendations by December 1, 2021.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4517 (on 06/05/2024)

Bill Topics

Government Operations
  • ‐ Appointments and Nominations
  • ‐ Judicial Branch Operations

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1727 03/15/2023
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1727.pdf 03/15/2023
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