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Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justices.
9/5/2026, 8:06 AM
Summary of Bill HJRES 1
Bill 119 hjres 1, also known as the "Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justices," aims to amend the US Constitution to mandate that the Supreme Court consist of nine justices.
Currently, the number of justices on the Supreme Court is not specified in the Constitution, leaving it up to Congress to determine the number. This bill seeks to establish a fixed number of justices to prevent any potential changes in the future.
The bill is significant because the number of justices on the Supreme Court has been a topic of debate in recent years. Some have proposed expanding the number of justices to balance the ideological makeup of the Court, while others argue that the Court should remain at nine justices to maintain its independence and stability. If passed, this bill would require a constitutional amendment, which is a lengthy and complex process. It would need to be approved by two-thirds of both the House of Representatives and the Senate, and then ratified by three-fourths of the states. Overall, Bill 119 hjres 1 seeks to establish a fixed number of justices on the Supreme Court, aiming to provide clarity and stability to the highest court in the land.
Currently, the number of justices on the Supreme Court is not specified in the Constitution, leaving it up to Congress to determine the number. This bill seeks to establish a fixed number of justices to prevent any potential changes in the future.
The bill is significant because the number of justices on the Supreme Court has been a topic of debate in recent years. Some have proposed expanding the number of justices to balance the ideological makeup of the Court, while others argue that the Court should remain at nine justices to maintain its independence and stability. If passed, this bill would require a constitutional amendment, which is a lengthy and complex process. It would need to be approved by two-thirds of both the House of Representatives and the Senate, and then ratified by three-fourths of the states. Overall, Bill 119 hjres 1 seeks to establish a fixed number of justices on the Supreme Court, aiming to provide clarity and stability to the highest court in the land.
Congressional Summary of HJRES 1
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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Current Status of Bill HJRES 1
Bill HJRES 1 is currently in the status of Failed in House since September 2, 2026. Bill HJRES 1 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 3, 2025. Bill HJRES 1's most recent activity was On motion to suspend the rules and pass Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 212 - 206 (Roll no. 293). as of September 2, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 1
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 1
Primary Policy Focus
LawPotential Impact Areas
- Constitution and constitutional amendments
- Judges
- Supreme Court
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 1
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justices.
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justices.
Comments

Eliza Avery
1,185
3 months ago
this bill is so stupid
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HJRES 1
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