House bill proposes amendment to fix Supreme Court at nine members
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Representative [Name Not Provided in Source] introduced a bill that would amend the U.S. Constitution. The goal of the amendment is to mandate that the Supreme Court consists of exactly nine justices.
Why it matters: This is a procedural move intended to prevent future Congresses from changing the size of the Supreme Court through standard legislation. It is a high-level structural change that would only take effect if it passes both houses of Congress and is signed by the President, or via the state ratification process.
Who it affects
- The Supreme Court of the United States
This information comes from Congress.gov; readers should consult the full text of the bill to understand specific legal language before relying on it.
Agency: House
Source: Congress.gov — read the official document