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.

In Plain Language

This proposal would change the Constitution to lock in the Supreme Court's size at nine judges—one chief justice and eight regular justices. Right now, Congress can change how many justices serve on the Court, but this amendment would prevent that from happening.

Official Congressional Research Service summary

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment requiring the Supreme Court to be composed of nine Justices—one Chief Justice and eight Associate Justices.

Sponsor

Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]

Cosponsors

Rep. Allen, Rick W. [R-GA-12]

Rep. Schmidt, Derek [R-KS-2]

Latest action

On motion to suspend the rules and pass Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 212 - 206 (Roll no. 293).

Sep 2, 2026

Official source

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Action history

Sep 2, 2026 On motion to suspend the rules and pass Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 212 - 206 (Roll no. 293).

Sep 2, 2026 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the resolution Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 212 - 206 (Roll no. 293).

Jul 6, 2026 Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 84.

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