SB 479: JUDGES: Provides for legislative address to the governor for the removal of certain judges for malfeasance, gross misconduct, or incompetence committed while in office. (See Act)
SB 479 status: Enacted — Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 916 (updated Jun 12, 2026).
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Bill summary
OfficialJUDGES: Provides for legislative address to the governor for the removal of certain judges for malfeasance, gross misconduct, or incompetence committed while in office. (See Act). Currently in Senate.
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Environment
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- No direct sector effect identified.
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- No direct sector effect identified.
Economy
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- No direct sector effect identified.
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- No direct sector effect identified.
Society
Benefits
- Increases formal accountability for judicial malfeasance.
- Provides a pathway to address judicial incompetence.
Risks
- Potential for political weaponization of removal processes.
- Significant risk to judicial independence and separation of powers.
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