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Neutral Bill Mar 16, 2026

Circuit Court Judges and District Court Judges – Selection and Tenure

Proposing an amendment to the Maryland Constitution relating to the selection and tenure of circuit court and District Court judges; requiring Senate confirmation of individuals appointed by the Governor to the office of a judge of a circuit court; prohibiting a judge of a circuit court or of the District Court from performing the duties of office until confirmed by the Senate; authorizing the Governor to convene a session of the Senate during a recess of the General Assembly in order to confirm a judicial appointment; etc.

https://legiscan.com/MD/bill/SB954/2025
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Chris West State Senator
Judges ELECTIONS GOVERNOR Constitutional Amendments Oaths Referendum General Assembly Committees and Commissions Time Circuit Courts District Courts Courts and Court Personnel - Statewide
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