S.J.Res.9

Constitutional amendment; modifying certain appointment procedure; requiring Senate confirmation of certain judicial appointments.

Introduced·2/3/25
Int Text

Oklahoma SJR9 proposes a constitutional amendment to change judicial appointment procedures.

Oklahoma SJR9 proposes a constitutional amendment to modify the appointment procedure for Supreme Court justices and judges of the Court of Criminal Appeals and Court of Civil Appeals. The Governor will nominate new appellate justices and judges, subject to confirmation by the Senate. The amendment also repeals the Judicial Nominating Commission, which previously submitted nominees to the Governor. Justices and judges appointed or retained after November 5, 2025, will serve during good behavior.

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Rules Committee
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Sponsors

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History

Mar 3, 2025

Senate

Coauthored by Senator McIntosh

Feb 4, 2025

Senate

Second Reading referred to Rules

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

First Reading