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H.J.Res. 1 (119th): This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment requiring the Supreme Court to be composed of nine Justices—one Chief Justice and eight Associate Justices.

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment requiring the Supreme Court to be composed of nine Justices—one Chief Justice and eight Associate Justices.

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Summary

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This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment requiring the Supreme Court to have nine Justices: one Chief Justice and eight Associate Justices. The title is procedural ('On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass'), so the substance comes from the summary.

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Theological note: Scripture gives no direct instruction on the number of justices on a national high court. The question concerns the structure of civil government and the due administration of justice, which falls under general equity and prudential judgment rather than a direct moral command. Relevant concerns include whether the court's composition is stable and impartial, and whether the amendment process is used with restraint and respect for constitutional order.

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Recorded votes

Roll 293 · 2-Sep-2026 4:34 PM · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · Failed

Yea 212 · Nay 206 · Other 15

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