RI H7205 | 2020 | Regular Session

Status

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 5-0)
Status: Introduced on January 22 2020 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2020-02-26 - Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Pending: House Judiciary Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]

Summary

Requires the judicial nominating commission to consider a nominee's unique background and overall competence in all areas of the practice of law rather than emphasizing trial and courtroom experience in selecting nominees for the judiciary.

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Title

Judicial Selection

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History

DateChamberAction
2020-02-26HouseCommittee recommended measure be held for further study
2020-02-17HouseScheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/26/2020)
2020-01-22HouseIntroduced, referred to House Judiciary

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