Establishes a merit-based selection system for judges in major New York trial courts, replacing the current election system.

The bill proposes a merit-based selection system for judges in major New York trial courts, including the supreme court, surrogate's court, New York City civil court, New York City criminal court, and district court. It aims to replace the current election system with a merit selection process. The bill also establishes a judicial nominating commission for each judicial district to evaluate candidates for appointment to judicial offices.

Establishes a merit-based selection system for judges in major New York trial courts, replacing the current election system.

The bill proposes a merit-based selection system for judges in major New York trial courts, including the supreme court, surrogate's court, New York City civil court, New York City criminal court, and district court. It aims to replace the current election system with a merit selection process. The bill also establishes a judicial nominating commission for each judicial district to evaluate candidates for appointment to judicial offices.